Practice area
Trust Registration
Trust deeds, registration of inter vivos trusts, lodgement with the Master's Office, and advisory on trust structuring.
How we assist with this matter
Trust deeds, registration of inter vivos trusts, lodgement with the Master's Office, and advisory on trust structuring. Our firm assists clients in Benoni, Farrarmere, the East Rand and wider Gauteng with practical advice, careful document preparation and a structured process from first consultation to the next procedural step.
Services we provide
- Drafting of trust deeds
- Registration of inter vivos trusts
- Lodgement with the Master's Office
- Trustee appointment documentation
- Advisory on trust structuring
Who typically needs this service
- Families seeking asset protection
- Business owners planning succession
- Individuals looking for estate planning structures
Usual process
- Consultation and structuring discussion
- Drafting of trust deed
- Submission to the Master
- Issuance of Letters of Authority
Typical timeframes
Registration typically takes 4–8 weeks, depending on the Master's Office processing time.
Important to know
Trusts require proper drafting and ongoing compliance. A trust does not automatically protect assets from everything; they are not only for the wealthy.
Common questions
- Can trustees act before letters of authority are issued?
- The Department of Justice states that no trustee may act as such without the written authority of the Master.
- Which Master’s office usually has jurisdiction over an inter vivos trust?
- Official guidance states that registration is generally done with the Master in whose jurisdiction the greatest portion of the trust assets is situated.
Serving Benoni, Farrarmere, and Gauteng
Contact us to discuss your matter. Fees are discussed at consultation.