Will Drafting
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Overview of Will
A will is a legal declaration by the testator specifying how personal assets and properties should be distributed after death. It prevents disputes among heirs and ensures harmony by following the testator’s instructions exactly.
Parties to a Will
Testator: Person who makes the will. Beneficiaries: Named individuals to receive assets. Executor: Appointed to carry out the will’s instructions. Trustee: Manages the estate for beneficiaries. Legal Guardian: Manages the shares of minor beneficiaries.
Types and Essentials of a Will
Privileged Will: For armed forces in active duty, with fewer formalities. Unprivileged Will: All other wills requiring strict formalities. Essentials: Must be a voluntary declaration, effective after death, revocable during lifetime, and specify distribution clearly.
Assets Covered
Movable and immovable assets such as real estate, bank and fixed deposits, bonds, securities, jewelry, intellectual property, art collections, insurance policies, and retirement benefits.
1. Details & Documents for Will Drafting
Identification details of testator (name, address, age, date of will).
Declaration of sound mind and voluntariness.
Names, addresses, ages, relationships of beneficiaries.
Executor, trustee, guardian details.
Comprehensive list of all assets and their allotment.
Testator’s signature and date with two witness signatures.
Procedure for Will Execution
Draft the will meeting all essentials.
Have two witnesses observe and sign it.
Optionally register the will and have it stamped to enhance authenticity.
For execution, file for probate by petitioning the court with a copy of the will and property details.
Revocation and Updates
A will can be revoked by destroying it, creating a new will, or by marriage. Updates require drafting a fresh will, which automatically cancels prior versions.
Why Choose DoStartup for Will Drafting
Expert drafting compliant with Indian Succession Act, 1925 and related laws
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Customized will templates
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Ongoing support for updates and probate filings