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Check this page, or the News and Announcements box on the homepage, for the latest official news and announcements released by the court. You can also access archived news and announcements from this page.

Tue, 02/13/2024

In observance of Washington’s Birthday, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Carolina will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024. The Court's CM/ECF system will be available for electronic filing and...

Mon, 02/05/2024

The United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Carolina is accepting applications for a Courtroom Deputy in its Greenville location.  Qualifications and procedures for applying can be found...

Fri, 01/26/2024

Bankruptcy filings within the District of South Carolina rose 12% in the twelve-month period ending December 31, 2023, when compared to the prior twelve months.  The Court experienced a significant increase in Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 cases,...

Fri, 01/12/2024

The Court is recruiting a well-qualified individual to serve as a Courtroom Deputy in its Greenville location.  Information about how to apply is contained in the...

Fri, 01/12/2024

Jayda Means has completed her term as law clerk in Judge Burris’ chambers. She has accepted a position within the Government division at Fluor Corporation as a Principal Prime Contract Manager. The Court thanks Jayda for her service and...

Tue, 01/09/2024

In observance of the Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., the Court will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024.  The Court's CM/ECF system will be available for electronic filing and research.

Thu, 01/04/2024

The deadline to apply for the position of United States Bankruptcy Judge...

Wed, 01/03/2024

With great sadness, the Court announces the passing of attorney William Joseph Barr on December 21, 2023. William practiced bankruptcy law in Kingstree for close to 40 years.  His son, William Joseph Virgil Barr, noted that his dad loved helping...

Mon, 12/18/2023

In addition to the Christmas and New Year’s holidays on Monday, December 25th and Monday, January 1st, the Court will be closed on: Friday, December 22nd; Tuesday, December 26th; and Tuesday, January 2nd.  The Columbia courthouse location will be...

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