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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 Massachusetts, as in all states, bankruptcy filings are handled by the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, which are federal courts specifically established to deal with bankruptcy cases. The U.S. Bankruptcy Courts have exclusive jurisdiction over bankruptcy cases, meaning that they are the only courts that can hear these types of cases. Massachusetts is served by the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts, with divisions located in Boston, Worcester, and Springfield. This court oversees all bankruptcy filings, hearings, and proceedings in the state. The process is governed by federal law, primarily under Title 11 of the United States Code, also known as the Bankruptcy Code. Individuals and businesses in Massachusetts looking to file for bankruptcy must adhere to the rules and procedures set forth by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts and the Bankruptcy Code.

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