Declarations of Trust: A Drafting Handbook, 6th Edition | 2023*

Declarations of Trust: A Drafting Handbook is a highly practical resource designed for general practitioners, offering over 50 valuable precedents to address a wide range of scenarios where declarations of trust can safeguard clients' interests. Each chapter focuses on a specific situation, providing a concise commentary on relevant legal principles, procedures, and key considerations, followed by a helpful "Steps to be Taken" section for guidance.

Declarations of Trust: A Drafting Handbook, 6th Edition:

• This article explains what a declaration of trust is, when it should be used, and what it may accomplish.
• Covers various transactions where a declaration of trust can be applied, such as property acquisitions, insurance policies, company shares, and bank accounts.
• It is structured on a transaction-by-transaction basis, with key issues addressed in a concise and clear narrative.
• Includes over 50 precedents that can be readily tailored to suit specific situations.
• Follows all the necessary steps required for each instance.
• Addresses tax matters and registration requirements that should be considered when utilizing a declaration of trust.

Key Elements of Declarations of Trust: A Drafting Handbook, 6th Edition:

• Since the previous edition, the Trust Registration Service has been introduced and significantly expanded, making it relevant to numerous trust declarations. This new text addresses both the introduction and the expansion of the Trust Registration Service.
• All chapters have been updated and rewritten to reflect recent advancements in case law as well as changes in property and tax legislation.
• Includes updated Land Registry Forms, completed as needed for each specific situation.

TABLE OF CONTENTS of Declarations of Trust: A Drafting Handbook, 6th Edition: