Calendars are updated periodically and may contain both active and stricken hearings.
Welcome
This is the official website for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Ohio. The Chief Judge is the Honorable Beth A. Buchanan and the Clerk is Richard Jones. We have courthouse locations in Cincinnati, Columbus, and Dayton, Ohio. Our Court is committed to treating all individuals, whether experiencing financial difficulties or protecting their interest, with fairness, respect, and professionalism.
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Anticipated Hearings
Recent Opinions
September 16, 2025
Opinion and Order Granting U.S. Department of Education's Motion for Summary Judgment
September 10, 2025
Memorandum Opinion and Order Denying Defendant Roy Fernandez's Motion to Dismiss or, Alternatively, Stay the Adversary Proceeding
September 9, 2025
Memorandum Opinion Granting Judgment in Favor of Plaintiff on Count II of the Complaint
Case Filing Statistics
Bankruptcy filings are up 7.2% through August 2025 compared to last year in the Southern District of Ohio.
Court Announcements
September 30, 2025
Information about Court operations during a government shutdown.
September 15, 2025
The Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to the federal rules and forms.
August 19, 2025
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Ohio has entered General Order 65-1 (Reassignment of Cases).
August 13, 2025
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Ohio has entered a Press Release for immediate publication.
August 13, 2025
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Ohio has entered a Press Release for immediate publication...