Access Lewisville Bankruptcy Records
Lewisville bankruptcy records are filed with the Eastern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court through the Sherman Division, which handles cases for Denton County residents and businesses, with hearings often held at the Plano office. You can search Lewisville bankruptcy filings online through PACER, get basic case data by phone, or visit the Plano courthouse. This page covers how to find and access Lewisville bankruptcy records, what is involved in filing, and where to get help in Denton County.
Lewisville Overview
Lewisville Federal Bankruptcy Court
Lewisville is in Denton County and is served by the Eastern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court, Sherman Division. The Sherman Division holds hearings at the Plano office located at 660 N. Central Expwy., Suite 300B, Plano, TX 75074. The phone number for the Plano office is (972) 509-1240. Chief Judge Brenda Rhoades handles Sherman Division cases, and Lewisville residents filing for bankruptcy will have their cases assigned within this division.
| Court | U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Texas |
|---|---|
| Division | Sherman Division (hearings in Plano) |
| Plano Office | 660 N. Central Expwy., Suite 300B Plano, TX 75074 |
| Phone | (972) 509-1240 |
| Website | txeb.uscourts.gov |
The Eastern District covers the northeastern portion of Texas. The Sherman Division specifically serves Denton County and neighboring counties, and the Plano office is the most convenient location for Lewisville filers. All case records are maintained through the Eastern District's court system and are accessible via PACER. Local rules and court forms are posted at txeb.uscourts.gov.
The U.S. Trustee for Lewisville cases is Region 6, based in Dallas at 1100 Commerce Street, Room 976, Dallas, TX 75242, phone (214) 767-8967. The U.S. Trustee Program oversees case administration, trustee appointments, and compliance monitoring for the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas from the Dallas office.
Lewisville Bankruptcy Records Lookup
The main tool for searching Lewisville bankruptcy cases is PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records). PACER covers all U.S. bankruptcy courts, including the Eastern District of Texas. Sign up for a free account, then search by name, case number, or the last four digits of a Social Security number. The cost is $0.10 per page viewed, but users who accumulate less than $30 in a quarter owe nothing.
Log into PACER and select the Eastern District of Texas. Search within the Sherman Division to find Lewisville cases. You can view complete dockets, all filed documents, the creditor matrix, and case status including discharge or dismissal information. The PACER Case Locator is useful if you do not know which district handles a case. It searches every federal court at once.
For free basic information, call the Plano office at (972) 509-1240. The Voice Case Information System is available around the clock and provides case status, chapter type, filing date, and hearing dates with no PACER account required. It is the quickest way to confirm whether a case was filed before you look it up in full.
In-person access is available at the Plano office during business hours. Public terminals let you search and view case files at no cost. Staff can help you find a case and make copies of documents for a per-page fee. Call ahead to confirm hours.
Note: Lewisville bankruptcy cases are federal matters in the Eastern District of Texas; Denton County state courts do not process bankruptcy petitions.
Filing Bankruptcy in Lewisville
Lewisville residents and businesses file for bankruptcy in the Eastern District of Texas, Sherman Division. The three most common types are Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11. Chapter 7 is a liquidation process. The court appoints a trustee who reviews your assets, sells non-exempt property, pays creditors from the proceeds, and then discharges remaining eligible debts. Chapter 13 lets you keep your assets and repay debts through a three-to-five year court-approved plan. Chapter 11 is primarily used by businesses that want to stay open and reorganize debts at the same time.
Before you can file, you must complete a credit counseling course from an approved provider within 180 days. Under 11 U.S.C. § 521, your petition must include complete schedules of assets, debts, income, and expenses. After filing, a debtor education course is required before the court will issue a discharge. Both courses must come from court-approved providers.
Filing fees are set federally. Chapter 7 costs $338. Chapter 13 costs $313. Chapter 11 costs $1,738. If you cannot afford the fee, you can ask the court for a waiver or to pay in installments. Payment is by cashier's check or money order made out to "Clerk, U.S. Bankruptcy Court."
Local rules for the Eastern District add requirements on top of the standard federal rules. Both apply to all Lewisville cases. The court's website at txeb.uscourts.gov has the current version of both sets of rules along with all required forms. Read them carefully before you file, especially if you plan to file without an attorney.
Lewisville Bankruptcy Resources
The Denton County Clerk maintains property records, deed filings, and official documents for all of Denton County, including Lewisville. You can access these records at dentoncounty.gov. Property records often come up in bankruptcy cases involving real estate, and the clerk's online portal lets you search by owner name, address, or document type. These records are separate from the federal bankruptcy file but are frequently cited in asset schedules and motions.
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas provides free civil legal services to qualifying low-income residents in Denton County and the surrounding area. They can be reached through their website or by phone. Not every bankruptcy situation qualifies, but they can advise on eligibility and connect you with other resources if needed.
The Dallas Bar Association's lawyer referral service can help you find a bankruptcy attorney who practices in Denton County or the Eastern District. Many attorneys offer a free or low-cost initial meeting. Filing bankruptcy without a lawyer is allowed but carries real risks if your case is complex or involves significant assets.
Under 11 U.S.C. § 107, bankruptcy records are public. You can access them through PACER or at the Plano courthouse. Full Social Security numbers and minor children's names are shielded from the public file, but the rest of the case record is open to anyone who looks it up.
Lewisville Is in Denton County
Lewisville is a city in Denton County. Bankruptcy filings go through the federal court, but county-level records for property, deeds, and local court matters are maintained by Denton County. The Denton County page covers local court structure and the records available at the county level.
Nearby Cities
Other Texas cities in or near the Eastern District, Sherman Division area:
- Denton - Eastern District, Sherman Division
- McKinney - Eastern District, Sherman Division
- Dallas - Northern District, Dallas Division
- Fort Worth - Northern District, Fort Worth Division