# Best Bankruptcy Software 2026 | Capterra > Find the top Bankruptcy software of 2026 on Capterra. Based on millions of verified user reviews - compare and filter for whats important to you to find the best tools for your needs. Source: https://www.capterra.com/bankruptcy-software/s/web-based --- # Best Bankruptcy Software Last updated on March 27, 2026 How to find the right Bankruptcy Software? Learn more from our team about Bankruptcy Software pricing features and benefits in our Bankruptcy Buyers Guide Verified Insights Provider data verified by our Software Research team and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) ## What is bankruptcy software? Researched by: [Capterra](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/capterra/) Updated on March 27, 2026 [Bankruptcy software](https://www.capterra.com/bankruptcy-software/) is a tool that law firms use to automate the processes of filing bankruptcy and meeting the court’s compliance standards. It speeds up the processes by automating data entry and legal calculations. The software also helps firms manage bankruptcy cases and file electronic petitions. The key features of this software include forms automation, electronic filing, and forms library. * * * For more information consult our [Bankruptcy Buyers Guide](#buyers-guide-content) Page 1 of 2 ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. Filter (26) Products: Sort By: Sponsored * * * Plan Type Free Trial Popular 85% of professionals opt for a 30-day trial before the software purchase Other subsciption plans: Free Version Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription One-Time License Key Features All key features Popular We have selected the most important and critical features as defined by Capterra user reviews AI Copilot Bankruptcy Case Management Calendar Management Client Management Client Portal Critical Date Alerts Document Management Electronic Filing Exemption Management Forms Automation Generative AI Legal Forms Library Task Management Time Tracking Deployment Cloud, SaaS, Web-Based Desktop Mac Desktop Windows Desktop Linux On-Premise Windows On-Premise Linux Desktop Chromebook Mobile Android Mobile iPhone Mobile iPad I'm looking for Bankruptcy Software that is: [Free](https://www.capterra.com/bankruptcy-software/s/free/) Table of Contents - [The benefits of bankruptcy software](#the-benefits-of-bankruptcy-software) - [Typical features of bankruptcy software](#typical-features-of-bankruptcy-software) - [The cost of bankruptcy software](#the-cost-of-bankruptcy-software) - [Considerations when purchasing bankruptcy software](#considerations-when-purchasing-bankruptcy-software) - [Relevant bankruptcy software trends](#relevant-bankruptcy-software-trends) ## The benefits of bankruptcy software - **File petitions faster:** Helps lawyers digitally file petitions for transfer to all the case management/electronic case file (CM/ECF) courts. Filing petitions directly to a court’s website reduces the turnaround time.  - **Automate legal calculations:** Automates calculations for means test, exemptions, commitment periods, and repayment plans. The software runs the means test, based on the case data, to find the chapter of bankruptcy. It also uses data such as, the median family income, to calculate the presumption of abuse and commitment period. - **Update bankruptcy rules automatically:** Updates forms and rules automatically whenever the courts update forms and federal rules to simplify the legal process. These changes are consistent in all forms and include revised consensus and feature updates.  - **Auto-populate legal data:** Populates data automatically in the recurring fields. Details, such as debtor’s identity, jurisdiction-specific data, and case numbers, are auto-populated into forms and schedules.  * * * ## Typical features of bankruptcy software - **Case management:** Manage cases easily with the help of centralized document access and automated workflows. - **Legal forms library:** Use pre-designed, industry-specific forms from the available library. - **Forms automation:** Automate repetitive data entry and form creation. - **Electronic filing:** Transmit documents digitally to the regulatory authorities. - **Calendar management:** Create, manage, and share multiple calendars. - **Calculators:** Calculate exemptions, repayment plans, and means tests. * * * ## The cost of bankruptcy software Most products in the market are priced on a “per user per month” basis and can be divided into the following three pricing tiers based on their starting price. **Price ranges\*:** - $49.00 – $60.50 - $60.50 – $149.00 - $149.00+ _\*The pricing included is for the entry-level/lowest-priced offering that was found on vendor websites on July 17, 2019. These ranges correspond to the 25th, 75th, and 100th percentile of the pricing information gathered from vendor websites of sample products._ The above list summarizes pricing for the base plans of most products. An enterprise, or premium product, which is priced higher, may include some additional features such as task management and client management.  * * * ## Considerations when purchasing bankruptcy software - **Verifying the end user:** Each bankruptcy solution has its target end users. Some licenses allow an attorney to file petitions, whereas others allow paralegals and virtual assistants to file under the attorney’s license. Some tools also include do-it-yourself (DIY) capabilities for private citizens that don’t offer process automation and may be irrelevant for lawyers. Therefore, verify each solution’s targeted users before purchase. - **Checking for compliance with relevant state laws:** Each state has different asks, such as hardware requirements and specific laws, which the software needs to comply with. Therefore, ensure that your solution is compatible with the systems used in your district’s courts. - **Assessing post-filing forms:** It’s important to consider the functionalities associated with post-filing forms such as “motions to convert” forms. Check whether the vendor’s predesigned forms and editing procedures suit your law firm’s requirements. Also, check if the post-filing forms offer all the functions you need. * * * ## Relevant bankruptcy software trends - **Machine learning to help firms predict bankruptcy:** Studies suggest that machine learning (ML) could [accurately predict the occurrence of bankruptcy](https://www.computing.co.uk/ctg/opinion/3022370/using-machine-learning-to-predict-bankruptcy) two years before it happens. This can be done by feeding a large data set into an ML-based learning model for assessing the risk of bankruptcy. The technology makes predictions based on the connection between the financial metrics and risk of bankruptcy. - **AI to lead the way in bankruptcy investigation:** Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being [used in complex bankruptcy investigations](https://leidenlawblog.nl/articles/insolvency-investigations-the-possible-effects-of-artificial-intelligence). It can easily sift through large amounts of structured and unstructured data such as the general ledger, emails, third-party data, social media data, and transaction data. This will make insolvency investigations more cost efficient, accurate, and sophisticated. * * * **Sources** Products evaluated for the pricing calculation were taken from [Capterra’s directory page](https://www.capterra.com/bankruptcy-software/). The pricing ranges exclude freemium versions of the products. The features highlighted were identified based on their relevance and the percentage of products in [Capterra’s directory](https://www.capterra.com/bankruptcy-software/) that offer them. The following sources were used for this document: 1\. [How to Choose the Best Bankruptcy Software for Your Practise](https://blogs.findlaw.com/technologist/2012/11/how-to-choose-the-best-bankruptcy-software-for-your-practice.html) (Date accessed: 17th July 2019)  2\. [Instructions for the Chapter 7 Statement of Your Current Monthly Income and Means Test Calculation](https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/b_22a-1_instructions.pdf) (Date accessed: 17th July 2019)  3\. [Insolvency investigations: the possible effects of artificial intelligence on directors’ liability](https://leidenlawblog.nl/articles/insolvency-investigations-the-possible-effects-of-artificial-intelligence) (Date accessed: 17th July 2019)  4\. [Using machine learning to predict bankruptcy](https://www.computing.co.uk/ctg/opinion/3022370/using-machine-learning-to-predict-bankruptcy) (Date accessed: 17th July 2019)  5\. [Predicting bankruptcy using Machine Learning](https://towardsdatascience.com/predicting-bankruptcy-f4611afe8d2c) (Date accessed: 17th July 2019)