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How Do I Trust Thee…Part I

July 7, 2022 by William T. (Tom) Edwards, Jr., Attorney & Counselor at Law

When clients undertake Estate Planning, they face the difficult decision of naming a trustee after their death. While Estate Planning documents are effective once signed, they often contain provisions regarding what will happen upon the trustor’s death. Because of the application years in advance, the choice of who will serve as trustee often vexes clients. They need to make this decision years in advance of the time that the individual will serve and as we know, circumstances change. This article examines the various considerations that should be made when naming a trustee. Read on to learn more.

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William T. (Tom) Edwards, Jr., Attorney & Counselor at Law
William T. (Tom) Edwards, Jr., Attorney & Counselor at Law
Attorney at The Edwards Law Firm, P.A.
For over four decades, Tom has assisted individuals, businesses and organizations with their legal management and legal services needs.With a burgeoning practice primarily devoted to estate planning, asset protection and trust and probate administration, The Edwards Law Firm, with Tom at its helm, has evolved in the last decade Read More!
William T. (Tom) Edwards, Jr., Attorney & Counselor at Law
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