The Bankruptcy Assistance Center (BAC) is a free clinic operated to help individuals who cannot otherwise hire an attorney.  Anyone is welcome to walk in and ask for information or assistance regarding any bankruptcy-related issue or question.

The BAC is open in Washington, D.C. on the first and third Fridays of every month from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in Conference Room 1131A on the first floor of the U.S. Federal Courthouse located at 333 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001.  It is walking distance from the Judiciary Square Station on the METRO Red Line.  No financial limitations are imposed on those who walk in with questions or problems. Anyone, including creditors, may seek help or guidance from the BAC volunteer attorneys.

You will speak with a bankruptcy attorney and your meeting will be confidential.  You and the attorney will not have a future or a continuing relationship after your meeting.  The attorney and the BAC will not represent you in any existing or future bankruptcy matter. The BAC is here only to answer your bankruptcy questions. 

To make your meeting most useful, you should bring all papers related to your problem or question, such as foreclosure notices; lawsuit papers; papers that show your income and household expenses; documents about your mortgage or rent; notices received from creditors; federal and state tax returns and notices; real estate tax assessments and notices; other documents you think will explain your situation or your question.

You must have a government issued photo identification when you enter the Courthouse. You are discouraged from bringing electronic devices such as mobile phones, PDAs and laptops into the Courthouse and such devices may be barred. Masks and public distancing are not required but are recommended.