Consent to Act as Trustee (Discretionary Trust)

This Consent to Act as a Trustee (Discretionary Trust) is required to ensure that the trustee of the trust has given consent to take on this responsibility.

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Last updated October 24, 2025

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Consent to Act as Trustee (Discretionary Trust)

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What is a consent to act as trustee (discretionary trust)?

A consent to act as trustee (discretionary trust) is a document where an individual or company formally agrees to take on the role and responsibilities of trustee for a discretionary trust.
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When should you use a consent to act as trustee (discretionary trust)?

You should use this document when appointing a new trustee to a discretionary trust, or when a trustee needs to formally acknowledge and accept their duties and obligations.
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What should be in a consent to act as trustee (discretionary trust)?

It should include the trustee’s details, their agreement to act as trustee, confirmation of understanding of their duties, and the date the consent is given.
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Can this consent form be used in all Australian states and territories?

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By Avi Bhargava|Jan 14, 2019

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A discretionary trust means a trustee can choose not only who benefits, but how they benefit from the trust. Read about the parties involved in this guide.

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How do I create a Corporate Trustee?
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