Pendleton County Memorandum of Trust Form

Last validated November 6, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Pendleton County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Brandywine, Circleville, Franklin, Onego, Riverton, Seneca Rocks, Sugar Grove, Upper Tract.

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Pendleton County Memorandum of Trust Form

Pendleton County Memorandum of Trust Form

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Document last validated 11/6/2026
Pendleton County Memorandum of Trust Guide

Pendleton County Memorandum of Trust Guide

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Document last validated 7/27/2026
Pendleton County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Trust Document

Pendleton County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Trust Document

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Document last validated 10/2/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Pendleton County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Pendleton County Clerk

Address:
100 S Main St / PO Box 1167
Franklin, West Virginia 26807

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Phone: (304) 358-2505

Recording Tips for Pendleton County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers

Cities and Jurisdictions in Pendleton County

Properties in any of these areas use Pendleton County forms:

  • Brandywine
  • Circleville
  • Franklin
  • Onego
  • Riverton
  • Seneca Rocks
  • Sugar Grove
  • Upper Tract

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Pendleton County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Pendleton County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Pendleton County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Pendleton County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Pendleton County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Pendleton County?

Recording fees in Pendleton County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (304) 358-2505 for current fees.

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The memorandum of trust, codified under the Estates and Trusts chapter of the West Virginia Code at 36-1-4a is executed jointly by all acting trustees and living settlors of a trust. It is recorded in the land records with an acquisition and/or conveyance of real property by a trust in order to maintain a clear account for potential title examinations.

A memorandum contains a statement that the trust exists and the date of the trust; the names of each settlor, current trustee, and successor trustee; the conditions under which the successor assumes trustee powers; and whether or not the trust is revocable. The form also requires a verbatim accounting of the trustee's powers "relative to the acquisition, sale, disposition, or encumbering of real property ... or the conveyance or disposition of real property," depending on the situation, and any restrictions on those powers (W. Va. Code 36-1-4a(a)(2)(iv)). Due to the nature of the transaction for which the memorandum is recorded, a legal description of the subject property is also required. The memorandum may also include the entire text "of any or all of the provisions of the trust" ( 36-1-4a(b)).

Each case is unique, so contact an attorney with questions about this form or anything else relating to trusts in West Virginia.

(West Virginia MOT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Pendleton County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Memorandum of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Pendleton County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Pendleton County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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