United States Bankruptcy Court
District of Rhode Island
Frequently Asked Questions


How do I get admitted to practice in the Bankruptcy Court?

Attorneys who are admitted to the bar of the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island may practice before the bankruptcy court. To apply for admission, an attorney must complete a course given by the U.S. District Court and take the Federal Bar examination, given once a year on the last Saturday in January. Alternatively, if duly qualified, an attorney may seek to be admitted by filing a Petition for Admission without Examination, for court approval. A $50.00 admission fee payable to the Clerk, U.S. District Court, is also required. For further information on attorney admission procedures, contact:

Mr. Robert Henry
U.S. District Court
One Exchange Terrace
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 752-7220

While the information presented above is accurate as of the date of publication,
it should not be cited or relied upon as legal authority. It is highly recommended
that legal advice be obtained from a bankruptcy attorney or legal association.
For filing requirements, please refer to the United States Bankruptcy Code
(title 11, United States Code), the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure
(Bankruptcy Rules), and the Local Rules for the United States Bankruptcy
Court for the District of Rhode Island

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 United States Bankruptcy Court
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