Trustee Duties

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The primary duty of the trustee in a Chapter 7 case is to collect all nonexempt assets for distribution to creditors. In practice, few distributions are made in Chapter 7 cases, because of the nonexistence of uncovered assets. In addition, the trustee also carefully reviews compliance with Chapter 7 rules and regulations, and in appropriate cases of non compliance, objects to discharge. Alternatively, in deserving cases, the trustee may also defend against motions and recommend discharge for deserving debtors.