Ohio § 5807.04
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5807.04, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5807.04.
(A) A vacancy in a trusteeship occurs under any of the following circumstances: (1) A person designated as trustee rejects the trusteeship; (2) A person designated as trustee cannot be identified or does not exist; (3) A trustee resigns; (4) A trustee is disqualified or removed; (5) A trustee dies; (6) A guardian of the estate or person is appointed for an individual serving as trustee. (B) If one or more cotrustees remain in office, a vacancy in a trusteeship need not be
filled. A vacancy in a trusteeship must be filled if the trust has no remaining trustee. (C) A vacancy in a trusteeship of a noncharitable trust that is required to be filled
must be filled in the following order of priority: (1) By a person designated in the terms of the trust to act as successor trustee; (2) By a person appointed by someone designated in the terms of the trust to appoint
a successor trustee; (3) By a person appointed by unanimous agreement of the qualified beneficiaries; (4) By a person appointed by the court. (D) A vacancy in a trusteeship of a charitable trust that is required to be filled must
be filled in the following order of priority: (1) By a person designated in the terms of the trust to act as successor trustee; (2) By a person appointed by someone designated in the terms of the trust to appoint
a successor trustee; (3) By a person selected by the charitable organizations expressly designated to receive
distributions under the terms of the trust; (4) By a person appointed by the court. (E) Whether or not a vacancy in a trusteeship exists or is required to be filled, the
court may appoint an additional trustee or special fiduciary whenever the court considers
the appointment necessary for the administration of the trust.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5807.04
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5807.04 cover?
Section 5807.04 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 § 5807.04?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 5807.04 apply to my situation?
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