Testamentary capacity – dementia

February 2025 | Wills, probate and administration
Dementia is sadly more common than ever among older clients and it’s increasingly necessary to understand how the law applies in such cases. A recent ruling illustrates the risks of not acting on clear signs of cognitive decline. The principle of testamentary capacity requires the will-maker to understand what it means to make a will …
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