Ohio § 2109.02
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 2109.02, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2109.02.
Every fiduciary, before entering upon the execution of a trust, shall receive letters
of appointment from a probate court having jurisdiction of the subject matter of the
trust. The duties of a fiduciary shall be those required by law, and such additional duties
as the court orders. Letters of appointment shall not issue until a fiduciary has executed a written
acceptance of the fiduciary's duties, acknowledging that the fiduciary is subject
to removal for failure to perform the fiduciary's duties, and that the fiduciary is
subject to possible penalties for conversion of property the fiduciary held as a fiduciary. The written acceptance may be filed with the application for appointment. No act or transaction by a fiduciary is valid prior to the issuance of letters of
appointment to the fiduciary. This section does not prevent an executor named in a will, an executor nominated
pursuant to a power as described in section 2107.65 of the Revised Code , or a person with the right of disposition under section 2108.70 or 2108.81 of the Revised Code from paying funeral expenses, or prevent necessary acts for the preservation of the
trust estate prior to the issuance of those letters.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 2109.02
What does Ohio Revised Code § 2109.02 cover?
Section 2109.02 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 2109.02?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 2109.02" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 2109.02 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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