Law of Wills and Succession, part of CILEX's Explorer series, offers a comprehensive introduction to the law of succession. It covers key topics such as the mental capacity and intention required for making a valid will, along with the formalities for creating and revoking wills. The book explores areas like privileged wills, mutual wills, and intestacy, while also addressing claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. With clear explanations of legacies, ademption, and the powers and duties of personal representatives, this resource is ideal for law students and legal professionals working in private client teams.
Published by CILEX Education, a leading provider of professional legal training and qualifications, Law of Wills and Succession reflects their commitment to equipping learners and practitioners with the knowledge and skills to excel in the legal profession.
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Zielgruppe
Für Beruf und Forschung
Für die Erwachsenenbildung
Für höhere Schule und Studium
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Maße
Höhe: 209 mm
Breite: 297 mm
Dicke: 26 mm
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ISBN-13
978-1-911713-34-0 (9781911713340)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Edward Stone is a qualified solicitor who has worked as a private client solicitor in Cirencester, preparing wills and administering estates. He has also lectured at Gloucestershire College of Arts and Technology in Cheltenham and Gloucester on a variety of CILEX courses. He is currently a Publisher at CILEX.
Table of Statutes
Table of Secondary Legislation
Table of Cases
CHAPTER 1 Introduction to the Law of Succession
CHAPTER 2 The Mind of the Testator
CHAPTER 3 Formalities for Making a Will
CHAPTER 4 Privileged Wills
CHAPTER 5 Incorporation by Reference
CHAPTER 6 Revocation of Wills
CHAPTER 7 Mutual Wills
CHAPTER 8 Alterations to Wills
CHAPTER 9 Republication and Revival
CHAPTER 10 Intestacy
CHAPTER 11 Family Provision
CHAPTER 12 Legacies and Devises
CHAPTER 13 The Failure of Gifts
CHAPTER 14 Construction of Wills
CHAPTER 15 Personal Representatives: Obtaining the Grant
CHAPTER 16 Personal Representatives: Powers and Duties
CHAPTER 17 The Administration of the Estate
CHAPTER 18 Liability of the Personal Representatives
Index