What is the primary responsibility of a bankruptcy examiner in Chapter 11?

• A. To supervise ongoing operations and propose a reorganization plan.
• B. To investigate and report the results of the investigation to the court.
• C. To manage day-to-day operations of the debtor.
• D. To represent creditors in court.

Answer: (B)

In Chapter 11, the court may appoint a bankruptcy examiner to conduct an independent investigation into the debtor’s financial affairs when an objective, fact-based record is needed. The key duty of the examiner is to investigate and report the results of that investigation to the court. This means examining records, tracing transactions, and gathering information to reveal facts relevant to the debtor’s finances and conduct. The examiner does not supervise ongoing operations or manage day‑to‑day business, which remains with the debtor in possession, nor do they represent creditors in court—their role is to provide factual findings to aid the court’s decisions. The examiner’s report helps the court determine appropriate actions in the case, such as guiding restructuring or other remedies.