The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has issued a notice to inform the public about recent reports involving creditors receiving mail from non-governmental agencies. These agencies are offering to file proofs of claim on behalf of creditors in exchange for a fee.
According to the court, creditors do not need to pay any fees to file a proof of claim. “Please be advised that creditors may electronically file a proof of claim pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 501 and Fed. R. Bankr. P. 3002 for free using the ‘File A Proof of Claim’ link on the Court’s website at: https://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/electronic-filing-proof-claim,” the court stated.
The process does not require a login or password for CM/ECF when using the official online link provided by the court. Alternatively, creditors can submit their proofs of claim without charge by mailing or delivering them directly to the court.
For further information or questions regarding filing procedures, individuals are encouraged to contact the court at (212) 284-4040.
