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Trusts

Houston Trust and Estate Planning Lawyer

The use of trusts in estate planning has become more and more common, as individuals and families are seeing the many benefits this estate planning tool offers. At Schwab & Radcliffe, P.C., we help clients plan for their financial future in an effective and efficient manner through trusts.

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Is a Trust Right for Me?

A trust is a legal document capable of holding and transferring property to beneficiaries. There are generally three entities involved in the administration of a trust: The grantor, the trustee, and the beneficiary. The grantor is the owner of the property, the trustee is the manager of the trust, and the beneficiary is the individual to which the assets are assigned.

There are a number of trusts available to meet the varying needs of those who use them. At Schwab & Radcliffe, P.C., we inform clients of the following types of trusts, and assist them in choosing the option that best meets their needs:

  • Living trusts are created while the grantor is living. The two types of living trusts are:
    • Revocable trusts can be altered or modified during the life of the grantor.
    • Irrevocable trusts cannot be altered.
  • Testamentary trusts are drafted upon an individual's death, based on the information contained in the will.
  • Irrevocable Life Insurance trusts are drafted to convey life insurance policy benefits to loved ones while "gifting" the annual premium payments.

In addition to living and testamentary trusts, several other types of trusts exist. Attorney Barry Radcliffe will take the time to listen to your unique needs and goals, and talk to you about various trusts that will meet your needs. If your goal is to avoid probate, we can explain to you how a trust can help you do just that.

In addition to trusts, our law firm also offers the following estate planning services:

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For more information about trusts, contact our Houston, Texas law office at (281) 286-3300, or contact us online.

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Schwab & Radcliffe PC is a family law firm serving the greater Houston area communities in Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston and Brazoria counties including Friendswood, League City, Clear Lake, Galveston, Texas City, Sugarland, Katy, The Woodlands and Kingwood.

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