There are important reasons for establishing a will and a trust(s). However, these documents are simply legal agreements used to transfer property to a fiduciary for the benefit of others. The skills and competence of your executor or trustee are what, in all practicality, determine the proper, efficient settlement of your estate or how well your trust will meet your objectives and protect your family.
Important criteria you should consider:
Perkins Coie Trust Company meets these criteria and could be a viable choice as executor for your estate and trustee of your trust.
Revisions to the Washington Trust Act that took effect January 1, 2012 require substantial notice to beneficiaries from trustees of irrevocable trusts in Washington State.
Source: Revision