A trust is a relationship established pursuant to a document known as a trust deed, whereby one person (the settlor) conveys an asset to others (the trustees) to hold and manage that asset on behalf of certain other persons (the beneficiaries).

In this video we discuss:

  • Trust deeds
  • Legal entity status

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About the series

Every now and again, a banker may encounter an unfamiliar legal entity. Even with more common entities such as corporations, partnerships, and individuals, the legal considerations may not be always top-of-mind for bankers. In this series, we'll address some of the essential legal considerations for various types of entities that participate in financing transactions.