Can a minor be a beneficiary of a trust in Arizona?

In Arizona, minors can certainly be beneficiaries of a trust. However, the management of the assets must be overseen by a guardian or trustee, as minors are legally unable to manage their financial affairs until they reach the age of majority. This means that while a minor can receive benefits from a trust, a responsible adult must handle the distribution and administration of those assets to ensure that the minor's interests are properly protected and that legal requirements are adhered to.

Trusts are often established to provide for minors' needs, allowing assets to be held in a trust until the child reaches an age where they can manage those assets responsibly. The presence of a guardian or trustee ensures that the trust's provisions are executed in a way that safeguards the minor's best interests. This structured oversight helps to manage the trust assets effectively until the beneficiary is able to take full control when they are legally deemed capable, usually upon reaching adulthood.