FAQ – Filing an Electronic Proof of Claim

1. Can I file an electronic Proof of Claim in any chapter case?

Yes. The Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Hampshire will accept electronically filed Proofs of Claims in all cases, except cases with a claims and noticing agent.

2. Do I need to include the Official Form 410 Proof of Claim?

No. When you respond to the questions, it will create Official Form 410. Any supporting documentation (in PDF format) should be added at the appropriate prompt.

3. Is a signature required on the Proof of Claim?

Yes, however rather than a handwritten, wet ink signature, your typed name will be your signature. Type the name and title, if any, of the person authorized to file the claim on behalf of the creditor. A copy of the power of attorney, if any, should be attached to the claim in PDF format.

4. Can I include a separate mailing address for payments?

Yes. Check the box indicating that the Payment Address is different from the Notice Address. An address field will appear for you to enter information for a separate payment address.

5. Can I get an acknowledgment the Proof of Claim has been filed?

Yes. After you submit the proof of claim, the claim number will display with a link to the electronically filed proof of claim. The claim will include a file-stamp as of the entry date. Print or save a copy of the filed claim.

6. I am a creditor’s attorney and will be filing a Proof of Claim on behalf of my client. How do I record the creditor address and my address as attorney?

When filing the proof of claim, there is a drop-down box on the first screen which allows you, the filer, to select who is submitting the claim. The options are: Creditor; Creditor’s Attorney; Debtor; Debtor’s Attorney; or Trustee. If the attorney is the filer, you will be able to add the attorney name and address, then select the creditor’s name from the listing of creditors in the case.  If the creditor is not listed or listed incorrectly, you are able to add the creditor. Both the name of the attorney and the creditor, as well as the addresses, will be added to the case mailing list and displayed on the Proof of Claim as well as the Claims Register for the case.

7. I filed a Proof of Claim and my supporting documents did not properly attach to the claim filed. How do I get the supporting documentation filed?

 Attachments may only be added by filing an amended claim. Complete the fillable claim form again, check the box (above Item 1 on the form) to indicate this claim amends a previously filed claim.  Enter the previously assigned claim number and/or the date the initial claim was filed.  At the browse prompt, attach the supporting documentation in PDF format and submit the form.

8. When will the Proof of Claim appear on the case claims register?

The claim will immediately appear on the claims register upon submitting the proof of claim.

9. Will the Trustee receive notice of the Proof of Claim?

Yes. The Trustee will receive notification the claim was filed.

10. Who else will receive notice the Proof of Claim was filed?

The attorney for the debtor and any other attorneys who have requested notice of all documents filed in the case.

11. I need to amend a previously filed Proof of Claim. How do I do this?

Click the option File a Claim/File an Amended Claim. When completing the prompts on the screen, check the box (Part 1, Item 4) to indicate that the claim amends a previously filed claim. Enter the previously assigned claim number and/or the date the initial claim was filed. 

12. If needed, how do I withdraw a previously filed Proof of Claim?

A withdrawal of claim may be filed using the Withdraw a Claim link.

13.  I do not know the amount that is due. How do I enter “Unknown” in the amount for the claim?

In the amount box, enter: 0.00.  In the “Comment” box explain the reason that 0.00 was entered. Once you know the amount of the claim, file an amended claim.