Marie Ann Greenberg serves as the Chapter 13 Standing Trustee for the Newark Vicinage of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey, specializing in the administration of Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. The office is dedicated to providing effective, impartial, and fair case oversight, assisting debtors in overcoming financial challenges while upholding legal standards to address systemic abuses.
The trustee’s approach emphasizes transparency, efficiency, and accessibility, leveraging digital tools for hearings, payments, and debtor education. With a focus on both debtors and creditors, the office ensures compliance with statutory duties under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code while adapting to modern practices such as virtual hearings and electronic document management. Key clientele includes individuals filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, their legal representatives, and creditors involved in the process.
Services Offered
- Chapter 13 bankruptcy case administration
- 341(a) meeting of creditors facilitation
- Debtor financial management education
- Creditor claim processing and disbursement
- Case information management via National Data Center (NDC)
- Virtual hearing coordination using GoToMeeting
- Electronic document submission management
- Payroll deduction setup for plan payments
- Adjournment and motion processing
- Debtor education certification for discharge compliance
The office serves the Newark Vicinage of the District of New Jersey and offers resources in both English and Spanish. It operates under federal appointment and utilizes advanced systems like Court Solutions for confirmation hearings and NDC for case transparency, ensuring all parties have access to necessary bankruptcy information.
