first meeting

first meeting
The first meeting of creditors of a bankrupt, to be held not less than 10 nor more than 30 days after the adjudication, for the allowance of claims of creditors, the examination of the bankrupt, the election of a trustee in bankruptcy, and such other matters as may be pertinent and necessary for the promotion of the best interests of the estate. Bankruptcy Act § 55(c); 11 USC § 91(c); 9 Am J2d, Bankr §§ 581, 582.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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