Asked in Estate Planning for Ohio

Q: Does a settlor of a trust have to sign all paperwork with trustee behind it?

attorney had him sign papers to take trust back and renamed trustees but they knew he has was not competent to sign them and now judge does not want to deem settlor incompetent.

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Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
Answered
  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Licensed in Ohio

A: If a judge is now involved, then the judge will be the one to answer your question based on all the facts and circumstances presented to the judge. If you have an interest in the outcome, then use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult a local probate attorney to review the situation and advise you.

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