Irrevocable Trusts in California

Types of Irrevocable Trusts

Irrevocable Trusts, such as Special Needs Trusts, Discretionary Trusts, Charitable Trusts, Residence Trusts, and Life Insurance Trusts, can be used to accomplish a variety of goals and objectives. For example, Life Insurance Trusts can be used to ultimately pass large gifts to one’s heirs while minimizing gift and estate tax exposure.

Properly drafted Special Needs Trusts can be great tools to provide supplemental benefits to individuals with special needs without jeopardizing state and federal benefits that individual may be receiving.

Revocable Vs Irrevocable Trusts

The difference between a revocable trust and an irrevocable trust is just what the name implies—a revocable trust can be revoked and an irrevocable trust cannot be revoked. While there are great benefits to be gained from the use of irrevocable trusts, they are not for everyone. Once assets are transferred to an irrevocable trust, the assets will be governed by the terms of that trust until the trust is terminated according to its terms.

If you believe that the terms of a trust are the result of fraud, duress, menace, or undue influence, or that the settlor lacked mental capacity to create a trust at the time the trust was drafted, contact us to schedule a free consultation. We will objectively evaluate the facts and circumstances of your case and will give you an honest assessment about your chances of success in a legal action.

The team at the Huber Fox, PC is committed to legally protecting our clients assets and wishes. Please call our office at (916) 237-8781 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.