Remember learning the rule against perpetuities? Remember how frustrating it was and thinking "I'll never actually need to know this"? Well, think again. Recently a court in Michigan wrapped up a thorny case involving Michigan lumber baron Wellington Burt's will. This wouldn't be so interesting had Mr. Burt not died in 1919. The presiding judge called working with the case "one of the most complicated research projects" he's had in 12 years on the bench. However, after hours of research and years of patience, heirs of the lumber baron, ages ranging from 19 to 94, will see the trust open soon.
To read about this interesting case, check out the online ABA Journal article here or an article about the life of the lumber baron who caused this legal mine field to exist here.
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