What is the 341 meeting of creditors?

The 341 meeting of creditors is a required part of the bankruptcy process in Hawaii. It is a hearing in which the debtor and the debtor’s attorney appear before the trustee administering the bankruptcy case. The trustee will ask the debtor questions to determine whether the debtor is eligible for bankruptcy protection and to ensure that the debtor’s assets are accurately represented in the bankruptcy papers. The trustee also ascertains whether the debtor has any assets or income that could be seized to pay back creditors and whether the debtor’s financial picture is accurately represented in the bankruptcy papers. At the 341 meeting of creditors, the debtor is also asked questions by creditors or their representatives who appear at the hearing. The creditors ask questions about the debtor’s financial situation, as well as verify that the debtor is properly filing for bankruptcy protection. The 341 meeting of creditors in Hawaii is usually held at the bankruptcy court or a public meeting place. The meeting is typically brief, only lasting about 10 to 20 minutes. No rulings are made at the meeting, but the trustee may ask the debtor to provide additional information. The meeting is attended by the debtor, the trustee and any creditors who choose to attend.

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