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.
Contact the Court
1-833-809-1611
Courts are open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. except on federal holidays.
Anticipated Hearings
Recent Opinions
October 7, 2026
Decision and Order Denying Amended Motion for Relief from Stay, Without Prejudice
October 5, 2026
Opinion and Order Denying the Defendants' Motions for Judgment on the Pleadings and the Plaintiffs' Cross-Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings
October 4, 2026
Memorandum Opinion and Order Granting, in Part, and Denying, in Part, Plaintiff's Motion for Default Judgment
Case Filing Statistics
Bankruptcy filings are▲ up 9.2% through August 2026 compared to last year in the Southern District of Ohio.
Employment Opportunities
The Court is currently looking for qualified persons to fill the below position(s).
Court Announcements
October 14, 2026
Updated instructions to access list of creditors during Bankruptcy Noticing Center disruption.
October 13, 2026
The Bankruptcy Noticing Center (BNC) delivery of Court notices and orders has been interrupted.
October 7, 2026
The United States Trustee seeks resumes for private trustees.
August 25, 2026
The Columbus intake desk will close at 1:00 p.m. on August 28, 2026.
August 14, 2026
The Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to the federal rules.