Tag Archives: Utah trustees

Aagard v. Jorgensen, 2014 UT App. 269

Posted on April 25, 2015 by Rust Tippett

In Aagard v. Jorgensen, 2014 UT App. 269 (filed November 14, 2014), the Utah Court of Appeals approved a modification of an LLC operating agreement that was proposed by the Petitioner, who was the manager of the LLC.  The Petitioner … Continue reading →

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Safeguarding Your Utah Estate Plan: Selecting the Trustees

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Rust Tippett

This post is the third in a series of posts that recommend techniques for protecting one’s estate plan from the negligent and/or unscrupulous actions of trustees, family members and others, in order to ensure that the estate plan will be … Continue reading →

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What Happens to a Revocable Trust in Utah After Death?

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Rust Tippett

When a person dies with a revocable trust, the successor trustee has certain responsibilities that must be promptly performed.  Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for the trustee to drag his feet, leaving the beneficiaries wondering what their options are. The … Continue reading →

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Should I Select a Corporate Trustee or an Individual Trustee?

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Rust Tippett

When selecting a trustee of an irrevocable trust, the threshold question is generally whether the trustee should be an individual trustee or a corporate trustee. Advantages of a Corporate Trustee The advantages of having a corporate trustee are generally the … Continue reading →

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