Discretionary distribution decisions are arguably the most difficult judgments faced by a trustee. Conscientious trustees spend significant time analyzing the trust instrument’s 1 dispositive ...

There are many reasons people place money in trust for their heirs. Trusts provide professional management of assets for beneficiaries who either do not want to spend their time on such matters or ...

In 2011, estate and family lawyers eagerly awaited the New Jersey Supreme Court's decision in Tannen v. Tannen. At issue was whether spouses have a right to make claims against trusts created by the ...