When you file for bankruptcy in the state of Georgia, you, together with your
attorney, are required to attend a meeting with the Bankruptcy Trustee. The
Trustee is appointed by the court to review the bankruptcy, verify your
identity, and make a report to the court as to whether you have any non-exempt
property. For most of our clients, your property is exempt and you are allowed
to keep all of your assets.
This meeting is called a Section 341 Meeting of Creditors.
"Section 341" refers to the part of the Bankruptcy Code that requires
this meeting, and it is called a "Meeting of Creditors" because it is
an opportunity for creditors to attend and ask questions regarding your assets
or debts. However, creditors rarely attend these hearings except in large
business cases.
This meeting is informal and a judge is not present. You are
required to bring your driver's license and proof of your social security
number to your 341 meeting. Below is a list of some standard questions you
might be asked:
What is your full name?
Did you review and sign the documents?
Are you familiar with the information contained in your
filing documents?
Is the information true and correct?
Have there been any substantial changes since the filing?
Are all of your assets listed?
Are all of your debts listed?
Do you have a child support or spousal support obligation?
Have you read the bankruptcy information sheet (a handout
King & King provides to you)?
Have you filed a bankruptcy previously?
Contact King & King today to schedule your free
consultation. With offices in downtown
Atlanta, Cobb County, and Lawrenceville, we are able to easily accommodate our
clients living anywhere throughout the Atlanta metro area. Call King & King Bankruptcy at (404)
524-6400 or visit us at www.kingandkingattorneys.com for more information.
