Mr. Lim, a retiree, recently decided to draft a will to ensure his assets are distributed according to his wishes. He appointed his trusted friend, Mr. Tan, as the executor of his will and asked his neighbour, Mrs. Lee, and his niece, Emily, to act as witnesses. However, Mr. Lim is unsure whether it’s necessary...

A client recently asked us, “My father recently recorded a video outlining how he wishes to distribute his estate among the family. Can this video be recognized as a valid will?” In today’s digital era, such questions have become increasingly common. However, estate distribution involves more than expressing personal wishes—it must adhere to legal requirements....

What Is a Residuary Clause? Residuary clause is a clause in a Will that allows the testator to dispose of the remaining assets under the estate that are not specifically provided for in the Will. It ensures these “leftover” assets are distributed according to the testator’s wishes. While drafting a will may seem straightforward, many...

In The Last Dance, the father’s final message serves as a beautiful reminder of the power of love, expressed through words. Whether in film or real life, terms of endearment act as bridges that connect hearts, heal wounds, and celebrate the unbreakable bonds of family and friendship.   What Are Terms of Endearment? In simple...