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Federal bankruptcy proof-of-claim deadline calculator | United States
In a voluntary Chapter 7, 12 or 13 case, a non-governmental creditor normally files a proof of claim within 70 days after the order for relief, subject to the rule’s stated exceptions.
Rule reviewed
At a glance
What the calculator applies
- Period
- 70 days
- Trigger
- Order for relief in a voluntary Chapter 7, 12 or 13 case
- Direction
- Forward from the order for relief
- Counting method
- Exclude the trigger day and count under Bankruptcy Rule 9006(a).
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The jurisdiction, forum and triggering event are preset for this deadline. Enter the date and any facts the calculator asks for.
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Bankruptcy proof of claim
United States · US federal bankruptcy courts
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- Example input
- September 1, 2026
- Expected result
- 10 November 2026 before any court-specific closure.
The calculator excludes the order date and counts 70 days. The selected court, local rules, orders, filing system and closure notices still require confirmation.
Calculation basis
How the date is counted
Exclude the trigger day and count under Bankruptcy Rule 9006(a).
The national calendar rule applies, but local closures and case-specific notices must still be checked.
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Exceptions and matter facts
- Governmental units and several claim categories use different periods.
- The case chapter, conversion history, notice and local procedure must be checked.
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Deadline Engine is calculation software, not legal advice. Check the current rule, any order and the facts before adding a date to your diary.
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