Trustees must not just act honestly. They must be prudent and exercise the degree of care which they would in conducting their own affairs but at the same time mindful that they are dealing with another's property.' Discuss this statement in relation to the duty of care expected of a trustee.

Trustees must not just act honestly. They must be prudent and exercise the degree of care which they would in conducting their own affairs but at the same time mindful that they are dealing with another's property.' Discuss this statement in relation to the duty of care expected of a trustee.

Administration Of Wills/Trusts/ And Estates

5th Edition

ISBN:9781285281308

Author:Brown

Publisher:Brown

Chapter9: Specialized Trusts

Section: Chapter Questions

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