Prob. Code, § 16247 · Article 2. Specific Powers of Trustees
Prob. Code, § 16247
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
The trustee has the power to hire persons, including accountants, attorneys, auditors, investment advisers, appraisers (including probate referees appointed pursuant to Section 400), or other agents, even if they are associated or affiliated with the trustee, to advise or assist the trustee in the performance of administrative duties.
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History
Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 806, Sec. 38. Effective January 1, 1995.
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