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20 PA Cons Stat § 7712 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7712 - Jurisdiction over trustee and beneficiary - UTC 202

 § 7712. Jurisdiction over trustee and beneficiary - UTC 202. (a) Personal jurisdiction over trustee.--By accepting the trusteeship of a trust having its situs in this Commonwealth or by moving the situs to this Commonwealth, the trustee submits personally to the jurisdiction of the courts of this Commonwealth regarding any matter involving the trust.  (b) Personal jurisdiction over beneficiary.--With respect to their interests in the trust, the beneficiaries of a trust having its situs in this Commonwealth are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of this Commonwealth regarding any matter involving the trust. By not releasing or disclaiming the beneficiary's beneficial interest in the trust, a beneficiary of a trust having its situs in this Commonwealth submits personally to the jurisdiction of the courts of this Commonwealth regarding any matter involving the trust.  (c) Additional jurisdictional methods.--This section does not preclude other methods of obtaining jurisdiction over a trustee, beneficiary or other person receiving property from the trust.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7713 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7713 - (Reserved)

 § 7713. (Reserved).
20 PA Cons Stat § 7714 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7714 - Venue - UTC 204

 § 7714. Venue - UTC 204. (a) General rule.--Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), venue for a judicial proceeding involving a trust is in the county of this Commonwealth in which the trust's situs is located and, if the trust is created by will and the estate is not yet closed, in the county in which the decedent's estate is being administered.  (b) Exceptions.-- (1) If a trust has no trustee, venue for a judicial proceeding for the appointment of a trustee is in:  (i) any county in which a beneficiary resides; (ii) any county in which trust property is located; or (iii) if the trust is created by will, the county in which the decedent's estate was or is being administered.  (2) The venue of proceedings that are pending on the effective date of this section shall not be disturbed.    Cross References. Section 7714 is referred to in sections 7705, 7708 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7721 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7721 - Scope; definition of trust matter

§ 7721. Scope; definition of trust matter. (a) Scope.--This subchapter shall apply to this entire chapter unless the context clearly specifies the contrary.  (b) Definition.--As used in this subchapter, the term "trust matter" includes a judicial proceeding and a nonjudicial settlement, agreement or act pertaining to any matter listed in section 7710.1(d) (relating to nonjudicial settlement agreements - UTC 111).
20 PA Cons Stat § 7722 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7722 - Representation of parties in interest in general

§ 7722. Representation of parties in interest in general. (a) Judicial proceeding.--In a judicial proceeding involving a trust matter, an order or decree of the court that binds the representative is binding upon a person, class of persons or both represented in accordance with section 7723 (relating to representatives and persons represented) if:  (1) the trustee notifies the representative in writing whom he represents and the representative does not decline the representation as provided in section 7725 (relating to notice of representation);  (2) a petitioner, whether or not a trustee, avers the representation in a petition before the court, the representative is the petitioner or a respondent over whom the court has jurisdiction and, if a respondent, the representative does not decline the representation in a responsive pleading filed and served as required by law; or  (3) the representative has signed a certification of representation described in subsection (d) and has not rescinded the certification on the court's records by the time the court acts upon the petition.  (b) Nonjudicial resolution.--In a nonjudicial resolution of a trust matter, notice to, the consent or approval of or the waiver or release by the representative is binding upon a person, class of persons or both represented in accordance with section 7723 if:  (1) the trustee notifies the representative in writing whom he represents and the representative does not decline the representation as provided in section 7725; or  (2) the representative has signed a certification of representation described in subsection (d) and has not rescinded the certification in a writing received by the trustee by the time of the nonjudicial settlement.  (c) Permissible consideration.--In making decisions, a representative may consider the general benefit accruing to the living members of the family of the person represented.  (d) Certification of representation.-- (1) A certification signed by the representative describing his representation of another person, class of persons or both in accordance with section 7723 may be filed with:  (i) the court, in the case of a judicial proceeding; or (ii) the trustee, in the case of a nonjudicial resolution of a trust matter. (2) Subject to paragraph (3), a certification of representation may be rescinded in a writing signed by the representative and filed with:  (i) the court at any time before the court acts in reliance upon the certification, in the case of a judicial proceeding; or  (ii) the trustee before a trust matter is resolved without application to the court. (3) A representative's rescission of a certification of representation shall have no effect upon actions taken by a trustee in good faith reliance upon the certification.  (July 8, 2016, P.L.497, No.79, eff. Jan. 1, 2017)
20 PA Cons Stat § 7724 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7724 - Appointment of representative

§ 7724. Appointment of representative. Notwithstanding any other provision of this subchapter, if in any judicial proceeding involving a trust matter the court determines that the representation provided by section 7723 (relating to representatives and persons represented) is or might be inadequate, the court may appoint a guardian ad litem or trustee ad litem to represent the inadequately represented person, class of persons or both.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7725 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7725 - Notice of representation

§ 7725. Notice of representation. A person representing another must be given written notice by the trustee that the person is representing the other person. A person to whom the notice is given is presumed to accept the representation unless the person declines the representation in a writing delivered to the trustee no later than 30 days after receipt of the notice.  (Oct. 27, 2010, P.L.837, No.85, eff. 60 days)   Cross References. Section 7725 is referred to in section 7722 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7726 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7726 - Representation ineffective if person objects

§ 7726. Representation ineffective if person objects. Notwithstanding the provisions of this subchapter, a person may not represent another who is sui juris and files a written objection to representation with the trustee.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7731 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7731 - Creation of trust - UTC 401

§ 7731. Creation of trust - UTC 401. A trust may be created by: (1) transfer of property under a written instrument to another person as trustee during the settlor's lifetime or by will or other written disposition taking effect upon the settlor's death;  (2) written declaration, signed by or on behalf and at the direction of the owner of property as required by section 7732 (relating to requirements for creation - UTC 402), that the owner holds identifiable property as trustee; or  (3) written exercise of a power of appointment in favor of a trustee.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7732 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7732 - Requirements for creation - UTC 402

§ 7732. Requirements for creation - UTC 402. (a) Requirements.--A trust is created only if:  (1) the settlor has capacity to create a trust; (2) the settlor signs a writing that indicates an intention to create the trust and contains provisions of the trust;  (3) the trust has a definite beneficiary or is: (i) a charitable trust; (ii) a trust for the care of an animal, as provided in section 7738 (relating to trust for care of animal - UTC 408); or  (iii) a trust for a noncharitable purpose, as provided in section 7739 (relating to noncharitable trust without ascertainable beneficiary - UTC 409);  (4) the trustee has duties to perform; and (5) the same person is not the sole trustee and sole beneficiary of the trust. (b) (Reserved). (b.1) Signature by mark or another.--A trust instrument other than a will may be signed by mark or by a person other than the settlor on behalf of and at the direction of the settlor in the same manner as a power of attorney under Chapter 56 (relating to powers of attorney).  (c) Power to select beneficiary from indefinite class.--A power in a trustee to select a beneficiary from an indefinite class is valid. If the power with respect to a noncharitable trust is not exercised within a reasonable time, the power fails and the property subject to the power passes to the persons who would have taken the property had the power not been conferred.  (d) Definition.--As used in this section, the term "definite beneficiary" means a beneficiary that can be ascertained now or in the future, subject to any applicable rule against perpetuities.    Cross References. Section 7732 is referred to in sections 7705, 7731 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7733 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7733 - Written trusts created in other jurisdictions - UTC 403

§ 7733. Written trusts created in other jurisdictions - UTC 403. A written trust not created by will is validly created if its creation complies with the law of the jurisdiction in which the trust instrument was executed or the law of the jurisdiction in which, at the time of creation:  (1) the settlor was domiciled, had a residence or was a national; (2) a trustee was domiciled or had a place of business; or (3) any trust property was located.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7734 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7734 - Trust purposes - UTC 404

§ 7734. Trust purposes - UTC 404. A trust may be created only to the extent its purposes are lawful and not contrary to public policy.    Cross References. Section 7734 is referred to in section 7705 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7735 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7735 - Charitable purposes; enforcement - UTC 405

 § 7735. Charitable purposes; enforcement - UTC 405. (a) Purposes.--A charitable trust may be created for the relief of poverty, the advancement of education or religion, the promotion of health, governmental or municipal purposes or other purposes the achievement of which is beneficial to the community.  (b) Selection by court.--If the provisions of a charitable trust instrument do not indicate or authorize the trustee to select a particular charitable purpose or beneficiary, the court may select one or more charitable purposes or beneficiaries. The selection must be consistent with the settlor's intention to the extent it can be ascertained.  (c) Proceeding to enforce trust.--A proceeding to enforce a charitable trust may be brought by the settlor during the settlor's lifetime or at any time by the Attorney General, a charitable organization expressly named in the trust instrument to receive distributions from the trust or any other person who has standing to do so.    Cross References. Section 7735 is referred to in section 7703 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7736 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7736 - Creation of trust induced by fraud, duress or undue influence - UTC 406

§ 7736. Creation of trust induced by fraud, duress or undue influence - UTC 406. A trust or an amendment to a trust is voidable to the extent its creation was induced by fraud, duress or undue influence.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7737 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7737 - Oral trusts unenforceable

§ 7737. Oral trusts unenforceable. Oral trusts are unenforceable in this Commonwealth.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7738 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7738 - Trust for care of animal - UTC 408

 § 7738. Trust for care of animal - UTC 408. (a) Creation and termination.--A trust may be created to provide for the care of an animal alive during the settlor's lifetime. The trust terminates upon the death of the animal or, if the trust was created to provide for the care of more than one animal alive during the settlor's lifetime, upon the death of the last surviving animal.  (b) Enforcement.--A trust authorized by this section may be enforced by a person appointed in the trust instrument or, if no person is so appointed, by a person appointed by the court. A person having an interest in the welfare of the animal may request the court to appoint a person to enforce the trust or to remove a person appointed.  (c) Limitation.--Property of a trust authorized by this section may be applied only to its intended use, except to the extent the court determines that the value of the trust property exceeds the amount required for the intended use. Except as otherwise provided in the trust instrument, property not required for the intended use must be distributed to the settlor if then living, otherwise to the settlor's successors in interest.    Cross References. Section 7738 is referred to in sections 7710, 7732, 7739 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7739 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7739 - Noncharitable trust without ascertainable beneficiary - UTC 409

§ 7739. Noncharitable trust without ascertainable beneficiary - UTC 409. Except as otherwise provided in section 7738 (relating to trust for care of animal - UTC 408) or by another statute:  (1) A trust may be created for a noncharitable purpose without a definite or definitely ascertainable beneficiary or for a noncharitable but otherwise valid purpose to be selected by the trustee. The trust may not be enforced for more than 21 years.  (2) A trust authorized by this section may be enforced by a person appointed in the trust instrument or, if no person is so appointed, by a person appointed by the court.  (3) Property of a trust authorized by this section may be applied only to its intended use, except to the extent the court determines that the value of the trust property exceeds the amount required for the intended use. Except as otherwise provided in the trust instrument, property not required for the intended use must be distributed to the settlor if then living, otherwise to the settlor's successors in interest.    Cross References. Section 7739 is referred to in sections 7710, 7732 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7740 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7740 - Termination of trusts; proceedings for termination or modification of trusts - UTC 410

 § 7740. Termination of trusts; proceedings for termination or modification of trusts - UTC 410. (a) Termination.--A trust terminates to the extent it is revoked or expires pursuant to its terms, no purpose of the trust remains to be achieved or the purposes of the trust have become unlawful or contrary to public policy. In addition, a trust may be terminated by the methods prescribed by sections 7740.1 (relating to modification or termination of noncharitable irrevocable trust by consent - UTC 411) through 7740.4 (relating to modification or termination of noncharitable trust - UTC 414).  (b) Proceedings for termination or modification.--The settlor, the trustee or a beneficiary may commence a proceeding to approve or disapprove a proposed modification or termination under sections 7740.1 through 7740.6 (relating to modification to achieve settlor's tax objectives - UTC 416), the division of a trust under section 7740.7 (relating to division of trusts) or the combination of trusts under section 7740.8 (relating to combination of trusts). The settlor of a charitable trust may commence a proceeding to modify the trust under section 7740.3 (relating to charitable trusts - UTC 413).    Cross References. Section 7740 is referred to in section 7705 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7740.1 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7740.1 - Modification or termination of noncharitable irrevocable trust by consent - UTC 411

 § 7740.1. Modification or termination of noncharitable irrevocable trust by consent - UTC 411. (a) Consent by settlor and beneficiaries.--A noncharitable irrevocable trust may be modified or terminated upon consent of the settlor and all beneficiaries even if the modification or termination is inconsistent with a material purpose of the trust. A settlor's power to consent to a trust's modification or termination may be exercised by a guardian, an agent under the settlor's general power of attorney or an agent under the settlor's limited power of attorney that specifically authorizes that action. Notwithstanding Subchapter C (relating to representation), the settlor may not represent a beneficiary in the modification or termination of a trust under this subsection.  (b) Consent by beneficiaries with court approval.--A noncharitable irrevocable trust may be modified upon the consent of all the beneficiaries only if the court concludes that the modification is not inconsistent with a material purpose of the trust. A noncharitable irrevocable trust may be terminated upon consent of all the beneficiaries only if the court concludes that continuance of the trust is not necessary to achieve any material purpose of the trust.  (b.1) Spendthrift provision.--A spendthrift provision in a trust instrument is presumed to constitute a material purpose of the trust.  (c) Distribution upon termination.--Upon termination of a trust under subsection (a) or (b), the trustee shall distribute the trust property as agreed by the beneficiaries.  (d) Consent by some beneficiaries with court approval.--If not all the beneficiaries consent to a proposed modification or termination of the trust under subsection (a) or (b), the modification or termination may be approved by the court only if the court is satisfied that:  (1) if all the beneficiaries had consented, the trust could have been modified or terminated under this section; and  (2) the interests of a beneficiary who does not consent will be adequately protected.   Cross References. Section 7740.1 is referred to in sections 7705, 7740 of this title.
20 PA Cons Stat § 7740.2 (2021)
2021 Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes|Title 20 - DECEDENTS, ESTATES AND FIDUCIARIES|Chapter 77 - Trusts|Section 7740.2 - Modification or termination of noncharitable irrevocable trust by court - UTC 412

 § 7740.2. Modification or termination of noncharitable irrevocable trust by court - UTC 412. (a) Unanticipated circumstances.--The court may modify the administrative or dispositive provisions of a noncharitable irrevocable trust, make an allowance from the principal of the trust or terminate the trust if, because of circumstances that apparently were not anticipated by the settlor, modification, allowance or termination will further the purposes of the trust. To the extent practicable, the modification or allowance shall approximate the settlor's probable intention.  (b) Inability to administer effectively.--The court may modify the administrative provisions of a noncharitable irrevocable trust if adherence to the existing provisions would be impracticable or wasteful or impair the trust's administration.  (c) Distribution of property.--Upon termination of a trust under this section, the trustee shall distribute the trust property in a manner consistent with the purposes of the trust.    Cross References. Section 7740.2 is referred to in sections 7705, 7740 of this title.