Virginia § 64.2-780 - Definition of terms
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 64.2-780 — Definition of terms, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 64.2-780. Definition of terms
As used in this article:
"Controlling document" means the will, agreement, power of attorney, court order, or other instrument creating the fiduciary powers.
"Trust" includes the assets under the control or management of the trustee.
"Trustee" includes any fiduciary as defined in § 8.01-2, an attorney-in-fact or agent acting for a principal under a written power of attorney, a custodian under § 64.2-1911, and a custodial trustee under § 64.2-906.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 64.2-780 ("Definition of terms") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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