The meeting of creditor is a crucial step in the bankruptcy process. In fact, if you miss it, chances are high that your case will be dismissed.
If you can not attend your meeting of creditors, you should let your attorney know as soon as possible. She will contact the trustee to see if she can “continue” your creditors’ meeting. If the trustee and your attorney agree to a new date, your attorney will have to send out a new notice of creditors’ meeting. Since this requires mailing a new notice to all of your creditors, your attorney may require you to cover mailing costs.