Trust Protectors in Pennsylvania

A trust protector is a non-trustee third party empowered to make limited changes to an irrevocable trust — typically removing a trustee, adjusting administrative provisions, or correcting drafting errors.

Why it matters

Irrevocable trusts can last decades. A protector gives a flexibility valve when tax law, family, or asset mix changes.

Powers to grant

Remove and replace trustee, change trust situs, modify administrative provisions, terminate the trust if uneconomic.

Who to name

A non-beneficiary, non-trustee third party — often a trusted advisor, attorney, or institution. Acts as a fiduciary in PA unless the document says otherwise.