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In some bankruptcy cases, money is leftover from the bankruptcy estate, which the Court holds as unclaimed funds on behalf of the parties owed. Request payment of any unclaimed funds you are owed by filing an application with the Court.

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News & Announcements

In observance of the Thanksgiving Holidays, the Clerk’s office will close at Noon Wednesday, Nove More »

In observance of Veteran's Day, the Clerk’s office will close at Noon Tuesday, November 10, 2026 More »

GENERAL ORDER 2026-3

General Order 2026-3, Order Regarding Restoration of Bankruptcy Noticing Center Service and Termi More »

5th Circuit Court of Appeals

Fifth Circuit Sanctions Lawyer for Filing Brief Containing Fabricated Citations

Effective February 5, 2024, Fifth Circuit Internal Operating Procedure following Rule 41 was amended (General Docket Order 2024-02)