Q: I’m a trustee of my fathers estate he passed in 2015. I gave a copy of the trust to my mom as the second trustee
I gave her a copy. There are no more beneficiaries. Do I have any exposure. I have a sister and a half sister. They were not listed in the will or the trust. Do I have legal requirements none petitioned his death at the time. And from what I was told were not required to have a copy of the trust.
Also I have cancer. I kept everything and even put my possessions in the trust. What do I need to do for my trust or will. I really just want to leave everything as it is.
A: This question is way beyond the scope of a proper answer. The answer depends on the trust language, the will language and any amendments. If you are the sole trustee and are concerned with what happens when you die, a consultation with an estate planning lawyer is appropriate. Something has to happen when your mother passes away. You need clear answers to these questions
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