Share and share alike per-stirpes and other confusing or downright nonsensical trust terms that must be addressed when administering trusts. How does a trustee resolve confusing, conflicting or missing trust provisions while preserving settlor intent? When can trust interpretation or construction be undertaken through the use of a private agreement among the trust beneficiaries and when must court review be pursued? This presentation will explore some common situations and offer solutions to ensure ongoing trust administration by minimizing the risks created by unclear trust provisions.