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Considering Shariah in will drafting

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Published on: 10 September 2013

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Table of contents

What are the key challenges when drafting a Shariah-compliant will?
What are the key differences to a traditional will under English and Welsh law in relation to the division of a person’s estate under Shariah?
What are the challenges when approaching trusts involving Shariah?
Are there difficulties in the interaction between Shariah wills and the English and Welsh law?
Are there routes through which a Shariah will can be challenged?
What key advice would you give to lawyers whose clients wish to have Shariah-compliant advice?

Article summary

Private Client analysis: How should lawyers approach drafting a Shariah-compliant will? Moin Azmi, director of Azmi Rana Solicitors, outlines the key differences between the UK system and Shariah law and offers practical advice on how to navigate the two systems.

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