Independent Trustee Services and Fiduciary Guidance
For families navigating the complex trust, tax, and legacy decisions.
Independent Trustee Services and Fiduciary Guidance
For families navigating the complex trust, tax, and legacy decisions.
Blackbird Trust Services brings over 15 years of experience in trusts, tax, and fiduciary administration.
We work with individuals, families, and advisors who require independent, objective guidance in complex trust and estate matters, prioritizing thoughtful judgment and discretion.
Deanna Meehan is a trusts and tax attorney with over 15 years of experience in fiduciary income tax, estate planning, and trust administration.
Her background spans private legal practice, institutional advisory, and senior fiduciary roles at Ernst & Young and Fidelity Personal Trust Company, where she advised on complex trust structures, tax strategy, and fiduciary decision-making.
Today, through Blackbird Trust Services, Deanna serves as an independent trustee and advisor, providing objective guidance in situations that require both technical expertise and sound judgment - particularly where complexity, family dynamics, or long-term planning considerations are involved.
Known for her ability to communicate complex matters clearly and thoughtfully, Deanna brings a measured, practical approach that helps families and their advisors navigate important decisions with confidence.
She holds a J.D. and LL.M. in Taxation from Boston University School of Law, as well as a Master's degree in Professional Writing from the University of Southern California.
Deanna lives in New Hampshire with her two daughters and two dogs. Her work is grounded in an appreciation for the importance of family, which informs her thoughtful and balanced approach to fiduciary responsibility.
Services are delivered independently and in conjunction with clients' existing legal, tax, and financial advisors.
Administrative and directed trustee services
Agent for Trustee
Trust Protector
Trust Advisor
Fiduciary income tax and other topical tax topics
Trust administration and best practices
Discretionary and nondiscretionary decision-making
Trust review and analysis
Interpretation of trust provisions
Guidance on complex trust structures
Analysis of entity type, state tax nexus
Review and assist with implementation of policies and procedures, training staff, any other trust administration matters
Blackbird Trust Services provides thoughtful, fiduciary-driven guidance grounded in both technical expertise and real-world experience - helping clients navigate complex decisions with clarity and confidence.
Charitable Remainder Unitrusts
Charitable Remainder Annuity Trusts
Charitable Lead Trusts
Favorable trust laws
If you are evaluating trustee options or navigating a complex trust situation, we welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
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