Mosesi & Kalantarian, LLP

Technically, no. You are required to attend what is called a "meeting of creditors" which is usually scheduled for 30 days after the date of filing. The meeting does not take place in court and you will not see a judge. After filing, the court will assign your case to a "trustee" who will ask you questions under oath at the meeting of creditors. The purpose of the meeting of creditors is for the trustee to make sure you read, reviewed and signed your bankruptcy paperwork. No decisions are made at the meeting. Although its called a meeting of creditors, it is rare for creditors to actually show up to these meeting.