Tillamook County Bankruptcy Records
Tillamook County bankruptcy records are managed by the federal court in Portland. Residents who file for bankruptcy have their cases processed through the Portland Division of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court. You can search these records by party name or case number using online tools. Bankruptcy judges conduct hearings in Tillamook on a rotating basis, which sets this county apart from many others. This page explains how to find Tillamook County bankruptcy records and what local court resources are available.
Tillamook County Filing Numbers
Tillamook County had 35 bankruptcy filings in 2025. January 2026 saw 6 new cases. February 2026 had 3. There is some seasonal variation in these counts, with filings rising and falling through the year. The coastal economy of Tillamook County can drive these shifts.
All cases go through the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Oregon in Portland. The office address is 1050 SW 6th Avenue, Suite 700. You can call 503-326-1500 for case questions. Case numbers for Tillamook County filings start with 3, 4, or 5, marking the Portland Division. Bankruptcy judges travel to Tillamook on a rotating schedule to hold hearings, so some court business happens locally rather than in Portland.
Note: Tillamook County bankruptcy filings show seasonal patterns that differ from inland counties.
Tillamook County Circuit Court
The 27th Judicial District serves Tillamook County. The circuit court is at 201 Laurel Avenue, Tillamook, OR 97141. You can call 503-842-2596 for court information. The court system in Tillamook County also includes two municipal courts in Manzanita and Rockaway Beach, plus a Justice Court.
Circuit court records cover civil, criminal, family, and traffic cases. These are state court files. They do not include federal bankruptcy records. However, state court data can provide context if you are researching a debtor's full legal history in Tillamook County. Civil cases like debt collection and foreclosure sometimes relate to bankruptcy filings.
The Tillamook County Circuit Court website has schedules and contact details for the 27th Judicial District.
Visit this site for state court services and local court schedules in Tillamook County.
Tillamook County Court Records Access
Public records in Tillamook County fall under the Oregon Open Records Law, ORS 192.314. Processing requests may take up to 5 business days. The county offers a Digital Search Room for marriage and property records. Birth and death records are handled by Tillamook County Community Health Centers. Divorce records require a written request to the circuit court.
The Tillamook County court records page explains how to request records from the local court.
This resource covers state-level court records in Tillamook County. Federal bankruptcy records use a different process through PACER.
Note: State court records and federal bankruptcy records are in separate systems, so you need to search each one on its own.
Finding Tillamook Bankruptcy Records
The best tool for searching Tillamook County bankruptcy records is PACER. This federal system lets you look up any bankruptcy case by name, case number, or date. A free account is required. Small per-page fees apply for document access, though many users qualify for a quarterly fee waiver.
You can also check Tillamook County filing data on the Oregon Bankruptcy Court county report page. This report shows new filings by county and time period. It gives a count of recent activity without full case details.
The Tillamook County court records page covers state court document requests and access.
State court records are separate from federal bankruptcy filings. Use PACER for Tillamook County bankruptcy records.
Tillamook County Bankruptcy Types
Cases filed from Tillamook County fall under Title 11 of the U.S. Code. Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are the most common. Chapter 7 wipes out most debts. Chapter 13 sets up a repayment plan lasting three to five years. Both types generate detailed court records that are open to the public.
- Chapter 7 liquidation filings
- Chapter 13 wage earner plans
- Chapter 11 business reorganizations
- Chapter 12 family farmer and fisherman cases
- Adversary proceedings filed within cases
Tillamook County has a fishing and dairy economy. Chapter 12 bankruptcy, designed for family farmers and fishermen, is relevant to some local filers. The local court rules add procedures that apply to every case filed in the District of Oregon, including those from Tillamook County.
Tillamook Bankruptcy Court Filings
The Oregon Bankruptcy Court tracks filings by county and posts reports on its website.
This report lets you compare Tillamook County numbers to other counties across the state.
With 35 filings in 2025, Tillamook County falls in the lower range for Oregon. The modest volume means the court handles these cases without long backlogs. Bankruptcy judges visit Tillamook on a rotating basis, which is a benefit for local residents who would otherwise need to travel to Portland for every hearing. This rotating schedule helps keep the process accessible for people on the coast.
Legal Help in Tillamook County
The Oregon State Bar provides a page on bankruptcy law basics for the public. It explains the filing process and offers a lawyer referral service. Attorneys who serve Tillamook County may be based locally or in Portland. Phone and video meetings are common.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court has forms, guides, and local rules on its website. Self-represented filers can use these resources to prepare their paperwork. The court accepts electronic filings through CM/ECF. Paper filings are also accepted from individuals who represent themselves in Tillamook County bankruptcy cases.
Nearby Counties
Tillamook County sits on the Oregon coast. It borders Clatsop County to the north, Washington County and Yamhill County to the east, and Lincoln County to the south. All of these counties file through the Portland Division of the bankruptcy court. If you need to verify which county a case belongs to, check the debtor's address at the time of filing.