Anytime people file for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, they may have to appear at a Chapter 13 confirmation hearing.  The confirmation hearing is held 30 to 45 days after people's 341 hearing and attendance is not mandatory. In many cases, people's bankruptcy attorney can appear on their behalf.

The duration of the hearing is 10 to 30 minutes long.  During the hearing, your lawyer will appear at bankruptcy court and then the front of the courtroom.  Even if you decide to attend this hearing, in your lawyer will do most of the speaking unless you are asked to testify.

Throughout the confirmation hearing, you may be asked questions by your lawyer, the judge, the Trustee or your creditors' attorneys.  The whole point of the meeting is to resolve any objections that Trustees or creditors may have so the bankruptcy can move forward.

If you are planning to file for Chapter 13 in South Texas and like to know more about the bankruptcy process, contact our law office and set up a time to meet with a South Texas bankruptcy lawyer.