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What is trust situs? Situs is the state that the trust originated and whose laws will govern the trust. For tax purposes a trust may be taxed in any state for which it is determined to be a resident trust under the governing states definition of residency.

Moving a trust means changing its situs from one state to another. Generally, this isn't a problem for revocable trusts. In fact, it's possible to change situs for a revocable trust by simply modifying it. Or, if that's not an option, you can revoke the trust and establish a new one in the desired jurisdiction.

Change of Trust Situs ? If state law is unfavorable or does not allow the necessary changes, a trustee may be able to move the trust to another jurisdiction (state) where the change would be possible under local laws.

If the settlor is alive and so desires, an ostensibly irrevocable trust can be revoked or amended under New York law if all beneficiaries consent. EPTL 7-1.9. However, all means all. There is no statutory basis for limiting consent to only the adult, legally competent beneficiaries.

The most common types of advance directives are the living will and the durable power of attorney for health care (sometimes known as the medical power of attorney).

Depending on the state, these documents are known as "living wills," "medical directives," "health care proxies," or "advance health care directives." Some states have a standardized or statutory form, while other states allow you to draft your own document.