#009 – Exploring Special Disability Trusts: Benefits, Challenges, and Management

In this episode of “Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way” from Coulter Legal, host Stefan and Tristan Burke, a lawyer in the wills and estates team, discuss Special Disability Trusts. They cover the trust’s basic concept, its structure, and how it benefits a specific disabled beneficiary. The episode explains eligibility criteria, asset limits, and usage of trust funds for accommodation and other disability-related expenses. They also address potential challenges and requirements in setting up and maintaining such trusts, offering insightful guidance on navigating this specialised estate planning tool.