Get Official Form 201

Filling out the Official Form 201 online is a streamlined process that ensures you can submit your bankruptcy filing efficiently. This guide will walk you through each step and section of the form to help you navigate the process with confidence.

Follow the steps to complete the Official Form 201 successfully.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by filling in the information to identify your case, including the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Missouri and the case number if known. Make sure to check if this is an amended filing if applicable.
3. Enter the debtor's name, any other names used in the past eight years, and the federal Employer Identification Number (EIN). Include your address, specifying the principal place of business and mailing address if different.
4. Provide the location of the debtor's principal assets, if different from the place of business, and include the debtor's website URL.
5. Select the type of debtor from the choices provided. If applicable, describe the debtor's business, checking relevant classifications such as health care business or single asset real estate.
6. Indicate under which chapter of the Bankruptcy Code the debtor is filing by checking the appropriate box, along with any related statements about the debtor's financial status.
7. Answer whether there have been any prior bankruptcy cases filed for the debtor within the last eight years. List any cases and their details as necessary.
8. Explain why the case is filed in the selected district, checking all applicable reasons.
9. If the debtor owns any property needing immediate attention, specify the reasons and location, and indicate whether the property is insured.
10. Provide the debtor's estimation of available funds for distribution to unsecured creditors and estimate the number of creditors.
11. Estimate the debtor's total assets and liabilities, selecting from the provided ranges.
12. Complete the request for relief, declaration, and signatures section. Ensure that the authorized representative of the debtor signs and dates the petition.
13. Once completed, save changes to your document. You can download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Start filling out your Official Form 201 online today to ensure a timely bankruptcy filing.