The dynamics between a trustee and a beneficiary within the context of a trust are intricate and often subject to the specifics of the trust agreement. Generally, in the realm of property management and administration, the trustee does wield more rights than the beneficiary. This is because they are often the ones responsible for managing the trust's assets in the best interest of the beneficiary. However, the scenario to remove a beneficiary from trust is not typically within the trustee's prerogative unless the grantor, who has established the trust, retains control over it.
Even though beneficiaries may not have the same level of operational control over a trust as trustees, they do hold certain rights of their own. One such right, provided under certain conditions, allows beneficiaries to petition the court to remove a trustee from trust. This action can be taken when beneficiaries believe the trustee is not acting in their best interest or is violating the terms of the trust.
If you wish to discuss the details of your trust, and fully understand your rights as either a trustee or a beneficiary, we highly recommend reaching out to a lawyer to facilitate an in-depth discussion about your particular circumstances.