Dynasty trust
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-001791
A type of irrevocable trust designed to hold assets for multiple generations, often for the benefit of grandchildren and future descendants, while minimizing estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes. This trust structure aims to preserve wealth within a family over an extended period. It is subject to the rule against perpetuities in some jurisdictions, limiting its duration.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-001791 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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