Laws regarding creating Trusts vary by state. However, in general, the following applies:
You must be a legal adult of sound mind.
You must sign the Trust.
You must have two adult witnesses of sound mind sign the Trust. These witnesses should not be beneficiaries in order to avoid conflict of interest.
Please refer to our "How to Make Your Wills & Trusts Valid in Your State" article to find out how to make your state's specific legalization requirements