Bankruptcy in District of Columbia

District of Columbia ( DC)
Average: $4,000
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$1,800
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$4,000
Typical Bankruptcy Case
High Estimate
$9,000
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $300/hr $490/hr $750/hr
Total Cost Estimate $1,800 $4,000 $9,000
Court Filing Fee $338

What to Know About Bankruptcy Costs in District of Columbia

DC has a single bankruptcy system through fed court. Generous exemptions available. High cost of living drives filings.

Sources: United States Courts (uscourts.gov) - Ch.7: $338, Ch.13: $313

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