Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

I am the Trustee of the late mother's Trust. My brother is a beneficiary and is a homless drunk who refuses to get help. I have $10,000 of his money from the Trust that I would like to give him but I know we will just use the money to rent a cheap hotel and drink until all the money is gone. As the Trustee do I have any legal responsibility giving money to someone I know not to be of sound mind.

Asked on 5/20/11, 5:42 pm

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First, it depends upon what the Trust says. If you have no leeway, then there are few options.

One of the few may be if he is a danger to himself and needs medical assistance. That I can't answer for you.

There may be other options, but you will need to consult with an attorney to figure them out.

Answered on 5/20/11, 5:55 pm

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

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He may need a guardian appointed.

Answered on 5/20/11, 6:07 pm

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