Category Archives: Trustee

How to Avoid Problems as a Trustee

Posted on December 19, 2011 by admin

Being a trustee is a big responsibility. If you don’t perform your duties properly, you could be personally liable. That’s why it’s important to hire the right people to guide you in this important role. A trust is a legal … Continue reading →

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Who Gets Copies of the Will After a Person Dies?

Posted on December 5, 2011 by admin

Many movies and television shows have a scene where a family gathers around a big table after a relative has died to listen to the reading of the will. While this is a great dramatic scene, it doesn’t usually happen … Continue reading →

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Trusts for Aged, Disabled, and Special-Needs Individuals

Posted on August 23, 2011 by admin

Establishing trusts is an area of elder law that can be confusing and misunderstood. To help explain the somewhat complicated world of trusts—and in particular, special-needs trusts—I invited two experts from the trust department at Ocean First Bank to join … Continue reading →

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