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    Welcome to the official website for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts.

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Massachusetts Bankruptcy Judges

  Chief Judge Elizabeth D. Katz
  Judge Christopher J. Panos
  Judge Janet E. Bostwick

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Equal Access and Treatment

All persons involved in cases before the Court, including attorneys and parties, will have equal access to the Court, and the Court and its staff will treat each of those persons with equal respect and dignity, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other unique attribute.

If you have an experience that falls short of the Court’s commitment above, please click below to learn how you may tell us and help the Court in its effort to ensure equal access and treatment for all.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Pro Bono Programs

   Pro Bono Recognition
   Adversary Proceeding Pro Bono Program
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News & Announcements

Fri, 05/02/2025
Multifactor Authentication for CM/ECF and PACER
Starting this month, the Administrative Office of the U.S. More »
Thu, 05/01/2025
Updated Local Bankruptcy Rules (Effective May 1, 2025)
The updated Local Bankruptcy Rules for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts shall be effective as of May 1, 2025, w More »
Tue, 03/18/2025
CM/ECF Upgrade
The Case Management/Electronic Case Filing System (CM/ECF) will be unavailable on Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 9:00 AM until approximately 12:00 PM More »

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