This practical session will cover best practice in documenting changes of trustee under the Trusts Act 2019 and the key matters to consider when guiding clients through the transition to new trustees.
The presenters will discuss trust deed restrictions, trustee duties and the requirements for an independent trustee, indemnities for outgoing and incoming trustees, issues relevant to the appointment of a corporate trustee, and how to effectively manage changes of trustee for testamentary trusts.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the legal requirements and best practice for documenting changes of trustee under the Trusts Act 2019.
- Identify the key considerations when advising clients on trustee transitions, including trust deed restrictions, trustee duties, and independent trustee requirements.
- Recognise the practical issues associated with indemnities, corporate trustees, and changes of trustee for testamentary trusts.
Who Should Attend?
Trusts and estates practitioners, private client lawyers, general practitioners advising on trusts, and legal executives involved in trust administration and trustee appointments.
Presenters
Mary Joy Simpson | Partner, Hesketh Henry
Emily Black | Senior Associate, Hesketh Henry