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The responsibilities of any trustee are set forth in the trust instrument. A trust should always be drafted by an attorney who specializes in trust law and tax law and who will set the provisions of the trust to meet the needs of the trustor. The powers and responsibilities of the trustee(s) are set forth in the trust instrument and they have no other powers.

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Q: What is the responsibility of a trustee in a living trust?
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