Filing a Proof of Claim

There is a fee for copy work.

For Pittsburgh and Johnstown division cases call 412-644-2700 to obtain copies of documents filed in bankruptcy cases.

For Erie division cases call 814-464-9740.

For Pittsburgh Cases and Erie Cases with Hearings Held After December 1, 2013:

The hearings before bankruptcy court judges are recorded electronically. The cost for reproduction of an audio recording of a court proceeding is $34 per CD.

The following fees apply when ordering a transcript of a hearing.

You can print an order form using the links at the bottom of this FAQ entry or you can have an order form mailed to you by mailing the clerk your request with a self-addressed stamped envelope.

For Erie Cases On or Before November 30, 2013:

A court reporter is present at hearings held in the Erie division. Requests for transcripts of hearings held in Erie should be made to:

Transcripts and/or audio recordings may be ordered from the Court for any hearing held in Pittsburgh or Johnstown, PA.

In order for a party to continue a proceeding against the debtor that has been stayed because of the filing of the bankruptcy and the automatic stay, a Motion for Relief from the Automatic Stay or a Stipulation for Relief from the Automatic Stay must be filed with the Bankruptcy Court. Hiring an attorney for assistance is highly recommended. The filing fee for a Motion for Relief from the Automatic Stay is $199.00.

While the information presented above is accurate as of the date of publication, it should not be cited or relied upon as legal authority. It is highly recommended that legal advice be obtained from a bankruptcy attorney. For filing requirements, please refer to the United States Bankruptcy Code (title 11, United States Code), the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure and the Local Rules for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.