The Simple Trust Agreement is a fundamental legal instrument used in Hong Kong for establishing trust arrangements that facilitate asset protection, wealth transfer, and succession planning. This document is typically employed when individuals or entities wish to transfer assets to be managed by trustees for the benefit of specified beneficiaries. The agreement must comply with Hong Kong's Trustee Ordinance and related legislation, making it suitable for both private and commercial trust arrangements. It includes essential provisions for trust creation, asset management, beneficiary distributions, and trustee duties, while offering flexibility to accommodate specific requirements. The Simple Trust Agreement serves as the primary governing document that trustees, legal advisors, and financial professionals refer to for trust administration and decision-making.
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1. Parties: Identifies and defines the Settlor, Trustee(s), and named Beneficiaries
2. Background: Sets out the context and purpose of the trust creation
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Declaration of Trust: Formal declaration establishing the trust and transfer of assets to the trustee
5. Trust Property: Detailed description of the initial trust assets and property
6. Powers and Duties of Trustees: Comprehensive list of trustee powers and obligations in managing the trust
7. Benefits and Interests of Beneficiaries: Specifies how and when beneficiaries receive trust benefits
8. Trust Administration: Details day-to-day management requirements and procedures
9. Duration of Trust: Specifies the trust period and termination conditions
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirms Hong Kong law governance and jurisdiction for disputes
1. Protector Provisions: Include when a trust protector is appointed to oversee the trustee's actions
2. Investment Guidelines: Include when specific investment restrictions or guidelines are needed
3. Replacement of Trustees: Include when specific procedures for trustee replacement are required
4. Letter of Wishes: Include when the settlor wishes to provide non-binding guidance to trustees
5. Distribution Committee: Include when a committee will be established to make distribution decisions
6. Foreign Element Provisions: Include when trust has international aspects or foreign beneficiaries
7. Tax Provisions: Include when specific tax planning arrangements are needed
1. Schedule 1 - Trust Property: Detailed inventory of initial trust assets and their values
2. Schedule 2 - Beneficiaries: Full details of named beneficiaries and their respective interests
3. Schedule 3 - Trustee Powers: Comprehensive list of specific powers granted to trustees
4. Schedule 4 - Trustee Remuneration: Details of trustee fees and payment arrangements
5. Schedule 5 - Administrative Provisions: Detailed procedures for trust administration
6. Appendix A - Letter of Wishes: Non-binding memorandum from settlor regarding trust administration preferences
7. Appendix B - Investment Policy Statement: Detailed investment guidelines and restrictions
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