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Bankruptcy Help Desk - For Debtors and Creditors without Attorneys

The Help Desk is temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. If you are a debtor without an attorney, consider seeking help from Capital Pro Bono. Specific calls regarding bankruptcy can be addressed at: (916) 551-2123. Please note that Capital Pro Bono only serves residents of Sacramento, Yolo, San Joaquin, El Dorado and Placer Counties

Volunteer attorneys are available to answer your questions about bankruptcy every Friday morning in the U.S. Courthouse on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The Bankruptcy Help Desk is located on the 3rd Floor in Room 3-210

The hours of operation are on Fridays from 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.

No appointments are necessary, assistance is given on a first come first serve basis.

The Pro Se Helpdesk cannot be reached by phone.

If you need help finding a bankruptcy lawyer, the resources below may help. If you are unable to afford an attorney, you may qualify for free legal services.