The concept of a fiduciary often arises in discussions about financial advisors, attorneys, estate executors and scenarios that involve professionals handling financial assets or affairs on behalf of an individual or organization. These professionals are trusted to act in the best interest of the individual or organization. In many situations, such as with fiduciaries of retirement plans, this also means that professional should be taking steps to ensure that applicable regulations are being followed or the fiduciary could be held liable for compliance issues.