San Fernando Valley Division · Beverly Hills
Filing in the San Fernando Valley Division (Woodland Hills)
Filing in the San Fernando Valley Division means your case is heard at the courthouse at 21041 Burbank Boulevard in Woodland Hills. Cases from many Valley ZIP codes, Calabasas and the City of San Fernando go there. Call (310) 362-9071 and we will confirm your division from your ZIP code.
- 21041 Burbank Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
- Free parking at the courthouse, per the court
- 341 meetings held by Zoom for cases filed on or after May 1, 2024
At a glance
Where the Valley courthouse is
The San Fernando Valley Division of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California, is in Woodland Hills, in the west end of the Valley.
- Address: 21041 Burbank Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
- Court phone (general information, toll free): (855) 460-9641
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, except federal holidays
- In-person intake: by appointment through the court's online scheduling system
This information comes from the court's San Fernando Valley location page on cacb.uscourts.gov. Check it before any visit.
Which areas file in Woodland Hills
The San Fernando Valley Division covers the northwest part of Los Angeles County and a small part of Ventura County. The court keeps a list of the communities and ZIP codes it serves.
Among the cities we serve, these file in Woodland Hills:
- Calabasas, which the court lists by name
- San Fernando, which the court lists by name
- Valley neighborhoods of the City of Los Angeles, such as Woodland Hills itself, by ZIP code
Some nearby cities do not file here. Burbank and Glendale border the Valley, but they are not on the court's Valley list, so they go to the Los Angeles Division. Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village go to the Northern Division. See the full table on which court hears my case.
If you need to go to the courthouse
Most people filing bankruptcy never need to visit the courthouse. If you do, here is what the court says.
- Parking. Free parking is available at the San Fernando Valley Division courthouse.
- Security. Be prepared to pass through a metal detector when you enter.
- Clerk's office. In-person services are by appointment. Book through the court's scheduling system before you go.
- Transit. Check transit routes before you go if you are not driving.
341 meetings and hearings
Your 341 meeting is held by Zoom video, not at the courthouse. The U.S. Trustee for Region 16 holds Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 meetings for the Woodland Hills Division by Zoom for cases filed on or after May 1, 2024. A phone option is available, and in-person meetings are rare. Read about the 341 meeting of creditors.
Many Chapter 7 cases have no hearing the debtor must attend. A Chapter 13 case has a confirmation hearing on the plan. Each judge posts rules on whether parties may appear by video or phone.
You do not need to live near our office. You meet with us in Beverly Hills or by video, and your case is filed electronically.
What to watch for
- Assuming every Valley address files here. Burbank and Glendale go to Los Angeles.
- Guessing in the City of Los Angeles. Your ZIP code decides between Woodland Hills and downtown.
- Driving to Woodland Hills for your 341 meeting. It is held by Zoom. Check your notice.
- Showing up at the clerk's office without an appointment. Book first.
What it costs
- Chapter 7: flat attorney fee from $1,200, plus the $338 court filing fee
- Chapter 13: attorney fee quoted in writing, and part of it can be paid through the plan
- Payment plans are available, and the first consultation is free
More on the bankruptcy courts
- Which Bankruptcy Court Will Hear My Case?
- Filing in the Los Angeles Division (Roybal Federal Building)
- Filing in the San Fernando Valley Division (Woodland Hills)
- Filing in the Northern Division (Santa Barbara)
San Fernando Valley Division questions
Where is the San Fernando Valley bankruptcy court?
The San Fernando Valley bankruptcy court is at 21041 Burbank Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91367. It is the San Fernando Valley Division of the Central District of California.
Do Calabasas cases go to Woodland Hills?
Yes, Calabasas cases go to Woodland Hills. The court lists Calabasas as a community served by the San Fernando Valley Division.
Do Burbank and Glendale cases go to Woodland Hills?
No, Burbank and Glendale cases do not go to Woodland Hills. They are not on the court's Valley list, so they go to the Los Angeles Division.
Do I have to go to Woodland Hills for my 341 meeting?
No, you do not have to go to Woodland Hills for your 341 meeting in most cases. The U.S. Trustee holds these meetings by Zoom for cases filed on or after May 1, 2024. You join from home or another quiet place with your photo ID and proof of your Social Security number. Your notice gives the link and time.
Is there parking at the Woodland Hills bankruptcy court?
Yes, there is free parking at the Woodland Hills bankruptcy court, according to the court's website.
Free consultation
Confirm your courthouse in one call
Call (310) 362-9071 or send the form. We will check your ZIP code and explain each step.
Law Offices of John Asuncion9454 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse Floor
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 362-9071
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