WAE - Will Drafting

Question 1

Describe the express revocation by will clause

Answer 1

Question 2

What happens if there is not an express revocation clause?

Answer 2

A will is valid without a revocation clause but one should be included as a matter of good drafting. If a later will does not contain an express revocation clause the testator will have more than one valid will. In this situation the combined effect is followed but, to the extent they are inconsistent, the later will impliedly revokes the earlier, so the later will is given priority.

Question 3

What clause should be included if you are drafting a will in contemplation of marriage?

Answer 3

Question 4

Explain what clause should be included in the event the ceremony does not take place

Answer 4