When people file for bankruptcy, whether Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, they may wonder if they will have to go to court for their bankruptcy proceedings.  Generally speaking, most people do not have to appear in court when filing for bankruptcy.

However, they will have to attend a 341 meeting, which is essentially a meeting of creditors. During the 341 meeting, people who are filing for bankruptcy will have to meet with their appointed Trustee and any creditor who chooses to attend the meeting.

Usually, the 341 meeting will occur 30 or 40 days after people have filed for bankruptcy. It is a very short meeting and actually quite simple.  The only time the 341 meeting may be complex is when a creditor files a motion or an adversary action to dispute debt. In these cases, people have to appear before a judge during a hearing.

Do you have questions pertaining to bankruptcy?  Get the answers you need by contacting the Malaise Law Firm and discussing your case with a South Texas bankruptcy attorney!