Modifying a Trust can be helpful in many cases to adjust for changes in law or other unanticipated circumstances. Trusts cannot be simply disregarded. But they can be modified several different ways, including judicial modifications, non-judicial settlement agreements, consent modifications, and decanting. There are several requirements that must be met for each of these types of modifications, and several collateral issues that must be considered. We can help you evaluate options available to fix your broken Trust and determine which method will work best for your situation.
