New Jersey § 3b:31-61
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 3b:31-61, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3b:31-61.
Powers to Direct. a. While a trust is revocable, the trustee may follow a direction of the settlor that
is contrary to the terms of the trust. b. If the terms of a trust confer upon a person other than the settlor of a revocable
trust the power to direct certain actions of the trustee, the trustee shall act in
accordance with a written exercise of the power unless the attempted exercise is contrary
to the terms of the trust or the trustee knows the attempted exercise would constitute
a breach of a fiduciary duty that the person holding the power owes to the beneficiaries
of the trust. c. The terms of a trust may confer upon a trustee or other person a power to direct
the modification or termination of the trust. d. A person, other than a beneficiary, who holds a power to direct is required to
act in good faith with regard to the purposes of the trust and the interests of the
beneficiaries. The holder of a power to direct is liable for any loss that results from the holder's
failure to act in good faith.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 3b:31-61
What does New Jersey Statutes § 3b:31-61 cover?
Section 3b:31-61 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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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