"Texas Bankruptcy Petition Form"

All Texas bankruptcy cases begin when a petition is filed in federal court. The petition is a legal pleading that requests relief, and includes additional identifying information for the debtor. The debtors name, residence, case number, chapter number, and social security number must be included. The petitions must conform to the format prescribed by the clerk of the court.

Texas bankruptcy courts provide free forms to debtors upon request. Also, clerks may provide a package of documents including instructions for filing. Usually, these packets include: 1) an official form for the petition, 2) a current fee requirements and options, 3) instructions for preparing a mailing matrix, 4) debtor rights for discharge, and 5) a glossary of common bankruptcy terms. Be aware, forms provided and instructions may not include all necessary documents throughout the completion of the case. Texas bankruptcy courts allow pro se debtors to file paper forms. Also, Texas courts permit emergency filing after hours online. To file online, attorneys must apply for approval and receive a personal account before filing. Payment of filing fees online may be provided by credit card.

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