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Drafting wills and administering estates
Contains will precedents, IHT returns and probate precedents. Contentious trusts and estates covers the disputes that can frequently arise.
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Associated legal terms
Due execution
The requirements for the execution of a valid will, set out in the Wills Act 1837, s 9.
Pecuniary legacy
A legacy of money, including an annuity.
Testamentary capacity
In order to have testamentary capacity a testator must understand: (1) the effect of his wishes being carried out (2) the extent of the property which he is disposing of and (3) the nature of the claims on him.
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