When creating a trust, many parents naturally choose an adult child to serve as trustee. It feels like the obvious choice. Who understands the family better? Who cares more about protecting everything you have worked for? At The Lansky Law Firm , we help Memphis families think carefully about this decision. While naming an adult child can work well in certain situations, it is important to recognize that being a loving family member and serving as a fiduciary are two very dif

When most people think about who will manage their estate or step in if they can’t make decisions, the answer often feels obvious: a spouse, an adult child, or a trusted relative.