Hiring a Trustee
Are you afraid to offend your children by naming a professional trustee? In reality, most people should appreciate being spared the burden of trusteeship. A trustee takes on a fiduciary role that demands diligence, sound judgment, and unimpeachable integrity. A trustee understands and implements the terms of the trust, balances the competing interests of beneficiaries and puts their interests ahead of personal gain.
Trustees gather and safeguard assets, invest prudently, and make fair, timely distributions according to the trust. Trustees must also keep meticulous records, file required tax returns, and provide annual reports and accountings so beneficiaries can understand and defend their interests.
A breach of the duties of loyalty, prudence, or impartiality can expose a trustee to litigation, personal liability and removal.
Cummings & Lockwood’s attorneys create various trusts for clients, provide legal advisory services on designated trustees, and serve as professional trustees on behalf of clients.
cl-law.com | 860-313-4919
The Awning Place: Plan Now. Relax Later.
The best summer moments often depend on what happens long before the weather warms up. Winter offers a quieter, thoughtful window to plan outdoor upgrades, including how shade and comfort will shape the season ahead.
Awning Place of Glastonbury works with residents throughout the winter to design custom awnings that blend seamlessly with their homes and outdoor spaces. With spring comes increased demand, and May is traditionally the company’s busiest month. Planning and ordering by March or April allows completed installations before rising temperatures make outdoor spaces less enjoyable — and before schedules fill up.
Thoughtfully designed awnings do more than block the sun. They extend living areas, protect outdoor furniture, and create inviting spaces for everything from quiet mornings to summer gatherings. By planning now, homeowners set themselves up for a season that feels effortless.
awningplace.com | 860-659-2925