Search Radford Bankruptcy Records
Radford bankruptcy records are filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Virginia, Roanoke Division.
Radford Overview
Radford Bankruptcy Court
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Virginia handles bankruptcy cases for Radford. The Roanoke Division office is at 210 Church Ave., Room 200, Roanoke, VA 24011. Call (540) 857-2391 to reach the clerk's office. The court's website at vawb.uscourts.gov has local rules, forms, filing guides, and fee schedules.
Radford is in the New River Valley, surrounded by Montgomery County and near Pulaski County. The Roanoke Division takes cases from multiple Southwest Virginia jurisdictions. Chapter 7 cases liquidate non-exempt assets to pay creditors. Chapter 13 cases set up a three-to-five year repayment plan. Chapter 11 is mainly for businesses that need to restructure their debts while continuing to operate. Each case gets a unique number at filing that stays with the case through the end.
| Court | U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia |
|---|---|
| Division | Roanoke Division |
| Address | 210 Church Ave., Room 200, Roanoke, VA 24011 |
| Phone | (540) 857-2391 |
| Website | vawb.uscourts.gov |
| VCIS Phone | (866) 222-8029, then press 864 for Western District |
Forms for Western District filings are available at vawb.uscourts.gov at no cost. You can download petition forms, schedules, the statement of financial affairs, and the means test calculation there. Pro se filers will also find guidance for self-represented parties on the court website.
How to Search Radford Bankruptcy Filings
The primary tool for searching Radford bankruptcy records is PACER. You can search by debtor name, case number, or Social Security number. Results show the full case docket including all filed documents, trustee assignments, and case status. PACER charges $0.10 per page, capped at $3.00 per document. If your total usage for a quarter stays below $15, PACER charges nothing that quarter.
The Voice Case Information System gives you free case status by phone any time of day or night. Call 1-866-222-8029 and press 864 for the Western District. The system can tell you the debtor's name, case number, chapter, filing date, trustee name, meeting date, and discharge or dismissal date. No account is required. It is useful for quick lookups when you just need to confirm a case exists or check a hearing date.
For state court records, the Virginia Courts Case Information system is free and searchable by name, case number, or hearing date. It covers Radford Circuit Court civil case data from approximately 1992 to present. This is where you look for related judgment liens or civil matters tied to financial problems in Radford.
Radford Circuit Court Clerk
Radford is an independent city with its own Circuit Court. The Clerk's office holds land records, civil case files, probate records, and marriage licenses. These records are distinct from federal bankruptcy filings, but they are often relevant when researching judgment liens, property transfers, or other civil matters connected to debt and financial distress.
The Radford Circuit Court is part of the 27th Judicial Circuit of Virginia, which also covers Montgomery County. You can search civil case information online through the Virginia Judiciary Case Information System for free. The online system shows basic case metadata but does not include actual documents. For copies of court records, contact the Radford Circuit Court Clerk's office. Standard copy fees in Virginia are $0.50 per page; certified copies typically run $2.00 per document.
Note: The Virginia Courts Case Information system does not provide actual documents. To get copies of court filings, contact the Radford Circuit Court Clerk directly.
Bankruptcy Filing Fees for Radford Residents
Federal filing fees are the same throughout the Western District of Virginia. They do not change based on which city you live in. These fees apply to all cases filed through the Roanoke Division.
Current filing fees:
- Chapter 7: $338
- Chapter 13: $313
- Chapter 11: $1,738
If you can't pay the full amount up front, you can ask to pay in installments. The court allows up to four payments spread over 120 days. Individual debtors with income below the federal poverty guidelines may apply for a full fee waiver. Fee waiver forms are on the court's website at vawb.uscourts.gov. Businesses do not qualify for fee waivers.
On top of the filing fee, expect costs for credit counseling and debtor education courses, which are required by federal law before and after filing. These typically run $20 to $50 each. Some providers offer reduced or waived fees for people with very low income. Ask the court or a legal aid provider for a list of approved agencies in the area.
Legal Aid Near Radford
Virginia Legal Aid serves the Radford area and provides free legal help to qualifying residents on bankruptcy and debt-related matters. Income limits apply. Contact them directly to check eligibility and find out which documents to gather before your appointment. They can help you understand whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 makes more sense for your situation.
The Western District court at vawb.uscourts.gov posts guides for people filing without an attorney. The court cannot give legal advice, but the written guides explain the process, deadlines, and required forms. Radford University's legal studies resources may also point students and residents toward additional help in the New River Valley area.
For older bankruptcy cases that predate electronic filing, the National Archives holds transferred records. Visit archives.gov/research/court-records to learn how to request those older files. More recent cases going back to the 1990s and forward are accessible through PACER.
Nearby County Records
Radford is an independent city surrounded by Montgomery County. Both Radford and Montgomery County cases go to the Western District, Roanoke Division. Pulaski County to the north is also in the same district. Check these nearby county pages for related records.
Nearby Cities
These Virginia cities near Radford also use the Western District of Virginia for federal bankruptcy filings.