Preparing your Last Will in Jamaica

Here’s some real good news. There is no special form needed to prepare a Will in Jamaica generally. However care is critical where attestation and execution is concerned, as these follow a particular requirements and format. A Will is as good as its interpretation, according to the words used in it – the wordings.
The Testator (person making the Will) must be clear and straightforward as possible. Above all, the directions/ requirements outlined in the Wills Act of Jamaica must be satisfied.

On this site, we are publishing what we have dug up about the actual requirements to making a Will that is legal in Jamaica.

When the gifts intended by the Testator are not simple, relying on an attorney-at-law is strongly recommended. These circumstances include gifting a portion of property for the lifetime of a person, or to a minor, where the Testator intends to create a trust.
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Here is form only where the testator wishes to divide his property specifically and absolutely amongst his children and/ or other objects.

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