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How to set up irrevocable trust for grandchild?

To set up an irrevocable trust for a grandchild, you typically need to work with an estate planning attorney who can help draft the trust document. You will need to fund the trust with assets, choose a trustee to manage the trust, specify the terms of the trust, and designate your grandchild as the beneficiary. Once the trust is established, the assets will be managed according to the terms you set forth for your grandchild's benefit.


What is the process for setting up a texas trust?

To set up a Texas trust, you will need to create a trust document outlining the terms of the trust, choose a trustee to manage the trust assets, fund the trust with assets, and ensure compliance with state laws. It is recommended to consult with a legal professional to ensure all requirements are properly met.


Can trustees not follow a trust's terms?

A trustee MUST follow the terms set forth in the trust. The trustee has no other authority to deal with the trust property except as directed in the trust document. If you think the trustee is violating the trust you can bring an action in your appropriate court to have the trustee removed and a new one appointed. There may be provisions in the trust for removal of the trustee.


How much does it cost to have a will drafted by an attorney?

The cost varies in different jurisdiction. The cost varies according to the complexity of the estate. The cost varies according to the amount of assets that must be addressed. The cost varies if there is a testamentary trust set forth in the will. The cost varies according to the amount of legal advice it will take to review and address your needs. The cost varies according to how much time the attorney and her/his staff will need to spend working on your will. An attorney would need to review your particular situation in order to explain your options and estimated costs. You should contact several attorneys in your area and ask for a free consultation to discuss your needs and the cost of drafting your will.


Can an heir who is the trustee of his sister's special needs trust sue her trust to get money for another sibling who was written out of the will?

No. The heir has no right to the funds set aside in the special needs trust. A living donor set that trust up with their own property and the heir has no rights to that property whatsoever. The trust is not responsible in any way for a sibling who was disinherited. Parents are allowed to disinherit their adult children.