Modification to achieve settlor’s tax objectives

D.C. Code § 19-1304.16 — under Creation, Validity, Modification, and Termination of Trust..

D.C. Code § 19-1304.16

To achieve the settlor’s tax objectives, the court may modify the terms of a trust in a manner that is not contrary to the settlor’s probable intention. The court may provide that the modification has retroactive effect.