California · Probate Code

PROB §15411: If the terms of two or more trusts are substantially similar, on petition by a trustee or beneficiary, the court, for good cause shown, may combine the trusts if the court determines that administrati

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A court may combine two or more trusts with substantially similar terms if a trustee or beneficiary petitions and the court finds good cause, such as administrative efficiency.

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If the terms of two or more trusts are substantially similar, on petition by a trustee or beneficiary, the court, for good cause shown, may combine the trusts if the court determines that administration as a single trust will not defeat or substantially impair the accomplishment of the trust purposes or the interests of the beneficiaries.

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