Estate planning involves making important decisions regarding the distribution of assets after one’s passing. However, conflicts can arise between the instructions outlined in a will and the survivorship clause associated with a joint bank account. This article delves into the legal implications and considerations surrounding whether the survivorship clause or the will prevails in asset...

Everyone is entitled to inherit assets of a deceased person either by a will created by the deceased or if the deceased has died intestate, the inheritance will be made according to Section 6 of the Distribution Act 1958. If you are considering leaving your assets to a beneficiary who has been declared bankrupt in...

Co-proprietorship, also known as co-ownership, is a form of property ownership in which two or more individuals jointly own a property. Each co-proprietor has a legal interest in the property and shares in the ownership rights and responsibilities of the property. There are two types of co-proprietorship: joint tenancy and tenancy in common. Joint Tenancy:...

What are digital assets? In case you’re not familiar with digital assets, let me explain simply. Digital assets refer to your online accounts such as cryptocurrency accounts, e-wallets, social media accounts, emails, and any other accounts that exist on the internet. Any account that exists online is considered a digital asset. It’s important to note...

Even though a Will can be challenged, it is still an important legal document that provides a clear expression of your wishes in regards to the distribution of your assets after your death. Here are a few reasons why having a Will is still important: Control over asset distribution: With a Will, you have control...

Creating a Will is an essential part of estate planning that ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your death. While it’s possible to write a Will on your own, many people in Malaysia choose to hire a professional Will writer to help them with this important task. In this article, we’ll...

In Malaysia, there is no specific time limit for how long a Will can last. As long as the Will is properly executed according to the Wills Act 1959 and the testator has not revoked or replaced it with a new Will, the Will remains valid and can be used to distribute the testator’s assets...

Can your family members challenge your Will? And if yes, on what grounds can they challenge? It’s not unusual for families to contest a Will, as this has been happening for many years across various families. People often feel dissatisfied when they discover that someone else has received more than them, prompting them to challenge...

In Malaysia, if there are two Wills that contradict each other, the Will that is later in time will usually prevail. This is based on Section 14 of the Wills Act 1959, which states that if a testator makes two or more Wills, the last Will is to be taken as the operative one, unless...