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Ritchie County Memorandum of Trust Form

Ritchie County Memorandum of Trust Form

Ritchie County Memorandum of Trust Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 5/23/2025
Ritchie County Memorandum of Trust Guide

Ritchie County Memorandum of Trust Guide

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Document Last Validated 6/23/2025
Ritchie County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Trust Document

Ritchie County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Trust Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/17/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Ritchie County Clerk
Address:
115 E Main St, Rm 201
Harrisville, West Virginia 26362

Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: (304) 643-2164 Ext 221

Recording Tips for Ritchie County:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs

Cities and Jurisdictions in Ritchie County

Properties in any of these areas use Ritchie County forms:

  • Auburn
  • Berea
  • Cairo
  • Ellenboro
  • Harrisville
  • Macfarlan
  • Pennsboro
  • Petroleum
  • Pullman
  • Smithville

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Ritchie County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Ritchie 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 Ritchie County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Ritchie County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Ritchie 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. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). 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 Ritchie County?

Recording fees in Ritchie County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (304) 643-2164 Ext 221 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 Ritchie County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Ritchie County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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