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Probate & Trust Law Section Conference Manual ... - Minnesota CLE

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set expectations of the beneficiaries. Include language to<br />

give clear guidance to the trustee if this is to be the case.<br />

o. Power to Resign.<br />

1. Be sure to include a power to resign so if the trustee wants<br />

to do so, a court proceeding is not necessary.<br />

p. Power to Terminate<br />

1. Include language clearly stating the circumstances under<br />

which termination is permissible.<br />

Conclusion<br />

When working with a corporate trustee, be sure to communicate well<br />

during the drafting process and take advantage of this great resource. Drafting to<br />

allow for broad powers and flexibility when appropriate will allow the trustee to<br />

manage through changing times, recognizing that broad powers do not fit in all<br />

situations. Clear guidance should be included in your documents to make it clear<br />

how the settlor intended these powers be exercised. To the extent possible,<br />

anticipate the many things that can transpire during the course of the<br />

administration of a trust and draft language to address them.<br />

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