Estates and Trusts Law

Estates and Trusts Law governs how property and assets are managed, transferred, and protected either after someone’s death or during their lifetime. An estate includes everything a person owns at death, while a trust is an arrangement where one person (the trustee) holds assets for the benefit of others (the beneficiaries). The law ensures that wills are executed properly, that trusts are managed according to their terms, and that assets are distributed fairly and legally, providing clarity, protection, and efficiency in handling people's property and financial wishes.