Forms & Procedures for Debtors

File a Bankruptcy Case

• Read "FILING BANKRUPTCY IN NEW MEXICO" - (English version) (Spanish version) - a brochure prepared by State Bar of New Mexico, March 17, 2008.  A copy of the brochure may also be obtained by contacting the Clerk's Office.

• Before you file

• How to file

• Duty to Provide Documentation

• Forms for Debtors

• Chapter 13 Plan and Notice

• U.S. Trustee Requirements

• Notice of Unavailability to Attend Meeting of Creditors

• Mailing List Guidelines
  • Notice Regarding Additions to the Mailing List
  • Government Addresses

Credit Counseling

Credit counseling must be completed BEFORE you file the petition.

• Approved Credit Counseling Briefing Providers

Debtor Education

Debtor education must be completed AFTER the date the petition is filed

• Approved Financial Management Instructional Course Providers
  

Other Forms, Procedures, and Resources

• Creditor Meeting Locations
• Debtor's Signature on Amended Schedules
• Deposit of Rent With the Clerk
• File an Adversary Proceeding
• Hearing Location Guide
• Notice of Objection Deadline — Sample Language