What does the 15th edition of Drafting Trusts and Will Trusts: A Modern Approach cover?
The contents are split into (1) Trust Drafting (substantive drafting issues and "how to" guidance) and (2) Precedents, including precedents for lifetime trusts, will trusts, and administrative provisions — plus common supporting documents such as trustee appointments and supplemental materials.
Who is this trust drafting book for?
It's designed for practitioners who regularly draft or review trust documentation — especially private client / trust and estates solicitors, barristers, professional trustees, and estate planners — and for anyone who needs to quickly understand standard trust wording found in existing deeds and wills.
Does the book include ready-to-use precedents and explain the drafting choices behind them?
Yes. The book provides a comprehensive range of updated precedents, and it explains why key clauses are included and what options the drafter needs to choose between, which is helpful for avoiding common traps and tailoring documents to the client's objectives.
What kinds of technical/practical issues does Drafting Trusts and Will Trusts: A Modern Approach help with?
It specifically tackles the technical issues involved in drafting settlements, highlights common mistakes and traps, and includes practical drafting coverage of topics such as restricting beneficiary rights, execution of wills and trust documents, and appointment/retirement of trustees.
