Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Can a minor be appointed as a successor trustee?


Asked on 1/03/10, 10:45 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michele Cusack Pollak & Cusack

no- must be at least 18

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Answered on 1/08/10, 10:51 am
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

A minor can be nominated -- assuming he/she will reach majority when the succession is to occur. However, because a minor cannot enter into binding agreements of any kind, the minor cannot serve as a successor trustee.

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Answered on 1/08/10, 11:54 am


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