Modification or Revocation of the Trust

Question 1

Modify or Revoke a Trust (Majority Rule)

Answer 1

A settlor can modify or revoke the trust only if the power is expressly reversed in the trust

Question 2

Modify or Revoke a Trust (Minority Rule), including California

Answer 2

Trusts are revocable unless stated otherwise

Question 3

Modification of a Trust

Answer 3

The court can modify the trust, such as cy pres purposes or changed circumstances due to unforeseen circumstances and necessity, in order to meet the settlor’s intent.