The first step is to identify the proper court. Look in Appendix 1 at the back of the book and identify the bankruptcy court that is closest to your home. Call or visit the court and tell them where you live and ask if it is the proper court. If it is not, ask them which court will take your case. The next step is to determine what forms the court will accept.
Many courts have their own local rules.
Unlike tax forms, bankruptcy forms do differ a little bit across the country, and some courts will only accept forms from certain publishers. The court will give you a list of approved forms. You will need to determine if your court wants the forms typed. Some courts are fussy about which typeface is used in typing up the forms. Most courts will have an information sheet that will help you figure out these requirements.