RE-SCHEDULING CREDITORS' MEETINGS--- HARDER THAN YOU THINK

Clients often want to reschedule the creditors' meeting.  The date and time of the meeting are established by the United States Trustees Office, without regard to the debtor's schedule.  Since the creditors' meeting date is the start of a number of other deadlines--exceptions to discharge, the filing of proofs of claims and the objections to exemptions--the United States Trustees Office discourages changes.  One literally has to get a doctor's excuse or a note from the employer stating the debtor will be unavailable to attend the meeting.  Even if you attend the re-scheduled date, all creditors must receive a notice of the re-scheduled date and strict compliance is required.  Basically, we will not attempt to re-schedule your date unless the required documentation is in hand.  This blog is not intended to render legal services to the reader, including advice about bankruptcy or taxes. Consult with a lawyer concerning the specific application of the law to your unique circumstance.

Martin Conway