Trustee Declination
(CA)

Summary

This template is a rejection of trust that may be used by one or more trustees named in the trust document, when those persons or entities decline to serve or continue to serve as trustee(s), in California. This template may be used upon creation of the trust or after any trust modification. This template contains practical guidance, drafting notes, and alternate clauses. For a full listing of key content related to estate plans for married or partnered people in California, see Estate Plan for Individual with Spouse or Partner Resource Kit (CA). For more information on trusts, see Characteristics and Uses of Trusts (CA) and Requirements and Restrictions on Trust Purposes and Administration (CA).