How to Find Corporate Bankruptcy Records
Obtaining corporate bankruptcy records does not have to be a challenging task. By identifying the state in which a business enterprise is incorporated, you will be able to locate and obtain corporate bankruptcy records in a relatively short period of time and with a moderate amount of effort. Much of your research associated with obtaining corporate bankruptcy records can be done by telephone.
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Identify the state in which the corporation was established, known as the state of incorporation. You can obtain this information from the Securities and Exchange Commission for a corporation traded on a major stock exchange, e.g., the New York Stock Exchange. Incorporation information is available from state securities commissioners for smaller corporations that do not trade stock on a major stock market. Information on the state of incorporation is also available from the secretary of state office in any state in which the business operates.
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Contact the bankruptcy court in the state in which the business is incorporated. You can make contact by telephone or by going to the clerk of the bankruptcy court's office. Some states have more than one bankruptcy court district. Therefore, you may need to make multiple inquiries.
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Inquire as to whether the corporation is in bankruptcy or was involved in a bankruptcy case.
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Prepare a written request for the corporate bankruptcy records you desire. Most bankruptcy court clerk's offices maintain standard forms to be used for records requests. Keep in mind that depending on the number of records requested there may be a fee associated with duplicating corporate bankruptcy records.
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Tips & Warnings
Corporate bankruptcy records tend to be voluminous. Therefore, before you submit your records request, narrow your search to those documents that are essential. By doing so you will minimize any costs associated with finding and obtaining corporate bankruptcy records.
Beware of online entities that advertise that they are able to obtain "confidential corporate bankruptcy records" for a fee. These services are costly in many instances. Generally, there are no "confidential" corporate bankruptcy records. In nearly all instances, bankruptcy records are public documents that you are able to access on your own.
