Family Trusts in Kenya: When They May Help With Estate Planning
What a family trust is, the situations where it may assist, and the practical questions to resolve before setting one up.
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Family Trusts & Private Wealth Planning
Thoughtful structuring helps protect family wealth and provide for the next generation.
Overview
Families with assets to protect and pass on benefit from careful planning. We advise on family trusts, wealth structuring and governance, helping you balance legal protection with the personal priorities behind every plan.
Who this service is for
- Families planning for the next generation
- Individuals exploring trust structures
- Business owners separating personal and business assets
- Clients seeking asset protection
Typical legal issues we address
- Whether a trust suits your circumstances
- Establishing and structuring family trusts
- Trustees, beneficiaries and governance
- Integration with wills and succession
- Asset protection considerations
- Intergenerational wealth planning
How we can assist
- Advising whether a trust is appropriate
- Establishing and documenting family trusts
- Designing governance and trustee arrangements
- Integrating trusts with your wider plan
Our approach
We start with what you are trying to achieve for your family, then advise honestly on whether a trust helps and how to structure it, rather than assuming one is always the answer.
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Read insight →Frequently asked questions
What is a family trust?
A trust is an arrangement where assets are held and managed for the benefit of others. It can assist with succession and protection, depending on your circumstances.
Is a trust right for me?
Not always. Whether a trust helps depends on your goals and assets. We advise honestly on whether it suits your situation.
How does a trust fit with my will?
A trust and a will should work together as part of a coherent plan. We make sure they are aligned.
The information on this website is general in nature, is not legal advice, and does not create an advocate-client relationship. It should not be relied upon for any specific matter. Requirements may change and should be confirmed against the current law, regulations and regulator guidance before action is taken. Please contact Njau & Associates Advocates for advice on your circumstances.