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Living Trust Agreement Sample
Parties Involved:
Trustor/Grantor: Alice Johnson
Address: 789 Oak Street, Springfield, IL 62704
Trustee: Robert Lee
Address: 101 Maple Avenue, Springfield, IL 62704
Description of Trust Property:
The trust includes the real estate located at 789 Oak Street, Springfield, IL 62704, along with any personal property transferred into the trust and designated for management and distribution as specified herein.
Trust Term and Distributions:
This trust shall begin on __________________ and shall continue until terminated as provided herein. The trustee is authorized to manage, invest, and distribute the trust assets in accordance with this agreement and applicable law.
Beneficiaries:
The primary beneficiaries are: [Names of Beneficiaries]. The trustee shall distribute income and principal as directed in this document or by subsequent amendment.
Trustee Responsibilities:
The trustee shall manage the trust assets prudently, keep accurate records, and provide accounting to the beneficiaries as required by law and the terms of this trust. The trustee shall act in the best interest of the beneficiaries at all times.
Governing Law:
This trust agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state of Illinois. Any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with applicable laws and the terms set forth herein.
Additional Provisions:
- The trust may be amended by written agreement signed by the trustor and trustee.
- The trustee shall keep beneficiaries informed of trust administration.
- Upon termination, remaining trust assets shall be distributed as specified or as determined by law.
Springfield, ______________________
Alice Johnson (Trustor/Grantor)
Robert Lee (Trustee)
