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Courts that oversee bankruptcy filings are part of the federal court system, and are generally referred to as U.S. Bankruptcy Courts.

In Illinois, as in all states, bankruptcy is a legal process governed by federal law, specifically under Title 11 of the United States Code, also known as the Bankruptcy Code. The courts that oversee bankruptcy filings are indeed part of the federal court system and are referred to as U.S. Bankruptcy Courts. These courts have exclusive jurisdiction over bankruptcy cases, meaning that a bankruptcy case cannot be filed in a state court. Illinois is divided into three federal judicial districts: the Northern, Central, and Southern Districts of Illinois. Each district has its own Bankruptcy Court, and individuals or businesses filing for bankruptcy must do so in the district where they reside or where their business is located. The U.S. Bankruptcy Courts in Illinois handle all matters related to bankruptcy filings, including petitions, hearings, and the administration of bankruptcy estates.

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