Michigan § 555.16 - Express trust; beneficiary, trustee estates, beneficiary right.
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§ 555.16. Express trust; beneficiary, trustee estates, beneficiary right.
Every express trust, valid as such in its creation, except as herein otherwise provided, shall vest the whole estate in the trustees, in law and in equity, subject only to the execution of the trust; and the person for whose benefit the trust was created, shall take no estate or interest in the lands, but may enforce the performance of the trust in equity.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 555.16
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 555.16 cover?
Section 555.16 ("Express trust; beneficiary, trustee estates, beneficiary right.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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