Lifetime trusts are trusts created during a person’s lifetime to hold and manage assets for beneficiaries. A solicitor in this area drafts the trust deed, registers the trust with the appropriate institutions, and arranges for assets to be transferred into the trust. They also advise on duties of trustees, potential tax implications, and how the trust might affect wills, death benefits and future access to assets.
Where a solicitor protects your position
The critical moments involve creating the trust and deciding who benefits, when, and on what terms, with attention to deadlines for registering the trust and meeting tax rules. A solicitor ensures the trust deed is valid, coordinates with executors and trustees, and helps navigate potential challenges or disputes that could affect the beneficiary interests.
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