Trustee responsibility for irrevocable trust

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   Christopher Schneider

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   Answered January 20, 2013 08:04. It depends on the language of the trust. If they are both co-trustees and there is no language in the trust stating who makes those decisions, then both of them. Obviously it would make sense to direct your questions to the corporate trustee rather than the family member you don't get along with.

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   Howard M LewisPro

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   Answered January 20, 2013 08:22. Attorney Schneider gave you an outstanding answer and perfect advice. In addition, please sit witha local attny and he or she will work you . Take care.

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   Joseph PippenPro

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   Answered January 20, 2013 14:30. Most likely-both have to agree because both signatures would be necessary.
   Discuss with the corporate trustee. If it is a split decision-you might be able to get a court order.

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   Carol Johnson

   Saint Petersburg Trusts Attorney

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   Answered January 20, 2013 16:24. Ultimately, the trustees make the decisions to distribute based on HEMS. However, the range of discretion the trustees have to make distributions is based upon that provided for by the grantor. You need to look to the standard of distribution provided in the trust to determine the range of discretion the trustees have to make those distributions. In any case, the trustees each have a duty to act in the best interests of the beneficiary (you) within the instructions provided by the grantor. As mentioned by another attorney, if I were in your shoes, I would approach the corporate trustee who can then approach your family member co-trustee on your behalf. If you believe that the family member is NOT properly representing your interests, you should have a trusts and estates attorney advise you in this matter.

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