Understanding Living Wills
When one thinks of a will, the first thing that comes to mind is probably a last will and testament. This type of will expresses a person’s wishes after they have died. However, a living will, despite sharing some similarities with a last will and testament, is not the same thing. It can be described […]
Have you taken the necessary action yet?
Let us help you make sure your trust and trusteeship is compliant. The Trust Property Control Act 57 of 1988 (hereinafter “the Act”), a pivotal legislative framework governing trusts in South Africa, has recently undergone a significant transformation through the enactment of the General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorism Financing) Amendment Act. This regulatory overhaul aims to fortify the nation’s trust governance …
How do our courts interpret Wills and Testaments?
How do our courts interpret Wills and Testaments? It is trite that the law of succession aims to give effect to the wishes of the testator. Accordingly, when a person passes on and leaves a will or a testament, it is the duty of the court interpreting the will or testament to make an order […]