What must the buyer ask for to confirm the trustee's appointment and proof of adjudication order?

• A. Confirmation of appointment and proof of adjudication order
• B. A copy of the bankruptcy petition
• C. A bank statement
• D. A grant of probate

Answer: (A)

In insolvency matters within conveyancing, you must verify who has the authority to deal with the insolvent estate. The essential documents show both that bankruptcy has occurred and who has been appointed to manage the estate. The confirmation of appointment identifies the person acting as trustee and confirms they have authority to handle the estate, while the proof of adjudication order is the court-issued decision that actually adjudicates the debtor bankrupt and triggers the trustee’s appointment. Together, these prove the trustee’s appointment and the estate’s status, so the buyer can safely proceed with the purchase.

A copy of the bankruptcy petition only shows that a petition was filed, not that the bankruptcy has been adjudicated or who is now trustee. A bank statement provides financial details but nothing about appointment or authority. A grant of probate relates to deceased estates, not bankrupt estates, so it has no relevance here.