Drafting of Wills
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Drafting of Wills

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  1. 237 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Drafting of Wills

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About this book

There is no room for error in the drafting of Wills because when a Will comes into effect the testator is not present to revise, amend, interpret or give instructions as to his intentions. This places a special onus on the drafter to be linguistically precise and technically correct. Failure to adhere to the minutiae of the technicalities and legalities have led to many a family dispute, costly litigation, and delays in the winding up of estates, causing both emotional and financial hardship to the family of the deceased. This practical guide, written by a specialist in the drafting of wills, covers all the processes, considerations and technicalities involved in correct and sound drafting of wills, covering details that are vital to good testamentary practice. It is essential reading and reference for all professionals involved in the drafting of wills and in the administration of deceased estates, including lawyers, accountants, tax advisers, bankers, insurers, and testators themselves. The book is based on the latest developments in the law and recent judgments pertaining to Wills. As both a practitioner and lecturer in the field of deceased estates, Ceris Field brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the subject of drafting of Wills.

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Information

Topic
Law
Subtopic
Civil Law
Index
Law

Table of contents

  1. Front cover
  2. Title page
  3. Imprint page
  4. Preface
  5. About the Author
  6. Acknowledgements and Thanks
  7. Contents
  8. Table of Cases
  9. Table of Statutes
  10. Table of Authorities
  11. 1. Fundamentals
  12. 2. Formalities
  13. 3. Essentials
  14. 4. Assets
  15. 5. Legacies and Bequests
  16. 6. Exclusion and Insolvency
  17. 7. Joint and Mutual Wills
  18. 8. Limited Rights
  19. Minors and Maintenance
  20. 10. Death and Despatch
  21. 11. Codicils and Living Wills
  22. 12. Concluding Remarks
  23. Appendices
  24. 1. Wills Act 7 of 1953
  25. 2. Intestate Succession Act 81 of 1987
  26. 3. Maintenance of Surviving Spouses Act 27 of 1990