Complete Financial Management/Debtor Education course

Complete a Financial Management (Debtor Education) course after you file bankruptcy in order to receive a discharge of your debts.  See approved financial management/debtor education providers on the U.S. Trustee website. 

Add Creditors, if needed

If you need to add Creditors to your Creditor Matrix, see the Amend Schedules to Add Creditors Tip Sheet.

Attend 341 meeting of creditors

Debtors must attend the meeting with the trustee and creditors to be questioned under oath. In a joint case, both spouses must attend. Creditors may attend, but not required to do so.  As of May 1, 2024, the 341 meeting will be conducted solely via Zoom. For important document requirements and additional meeting information, click here.  See FAQs for more information.   

Participate in court hearings

Follow your case in court by using the docket tool.  Type in your case number at the bottom of the screen to see scheduled hearings.