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 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
September 29, 2026
Memorandum Opinion and Order Sustaining Objection of Trustee to Amended Claim of Exemption in Tax Refund
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 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.
July 31, 2026
CM/ECF will be unavailable between 4:00 p.m. on August 14, 2026 and 9:00 a.m. on August 16, 2026.
July 23, 2026
Beginning July 27, 2026, a single, toll-free number (833-809-1611) is the new access point for Clerk’s Office assistance related to any case or issue in any location.