Can I include intellectual legacy materials such as manuscripts?
Absolutely, including intellectual legacy materials like manuscripts, writings, musical compositions, or even detailed family recipes within an estate plan is …
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Can a trust offer temporary stipends during life transitions?
Yes, a trust can absolutely be structured to offer temporary stipends during significant life transitions, providing a flexible and controlled …
Can a no-contest clause prevent a beneficiary from challenging my will?
No-contest clauses, also known as “in terrorem” clauses, are provisions within a will or trust that attempt to discourage beneficiaries …
Can the trust pay for background checks for personal aides?
As an estate planning attorney in San Diego, I frequently encounter questions regarding the permissible uses of trust funds, and …
Can the trust limit housing payments to primary residences only?
The ability of a trust to limit housing payments to primary residences only is a common and strategically sound estate …
Can I set requirements for higher education before distribution?
As a San Diego trust attorney, Ted Cook frequently encounters clients eager to secure their children’s or grandchildren’s futures, often …
Can I set lifetime earning limits for certain classes of distributions?
The question of whether you can set lifetime earning limits for certain classes of distributions within a trust is a …
Can I set decarbonization targets for family-owned businesses funded by the trust?
As a trustee overseeing family-owned businesses funded by a trust, the question of setting decarbonization targets is increasingly relevant and …
Can I set aside funds in my estate for family legal expenses?
Planning for the future often extends beyond simply distributing assets; it includes anticipating potential challenges that loved ones might face …
Can I set a rule that discourages portfolio turnover within the trust?
The question of discouraging portfolio turnover within a trust is a common one for Ted Cook, a Trust Attorney in …