If my son’s grandfather has a Trust that will go to him when he turns of age, should I have a copy since he is still a minor?
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If my son’s grandfather has a Trust that will go to him when he turns of age, should I have a copy since he is still a minor?
His grandfather did not put me on the trust as I Am only his daughter-in-law (his only son passed away a year ago).
Asked on May 12, 2015 under Estate Planning, Hawaii
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Generally speaking, those that are named in a trust do not get a copy until the person who makes the trust passes on. So your son would not even get a copy now. What you should do to protect yourself and your son is have yourself legally appointed guardian of your son. You are already his natural guardian but you would like that piece of paper issued by the courts so that you can act on his behalf without question. Once it is time you will be able to request the documentation that you need. Good luck.
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