Testamentary Disposition
/ˌtɛstəˈmɛntɛri dɪspəˈzɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A disposition of property made by a testator under a will, specifying how assets are to be distributed after death.
The testator's testamentary disposition left his estate equally to his children.
Forms
- testamentary dispositions
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Commentary
Commonly used to denote the allocation of assets by will, distinguishing it from inter vivos gifts; clarity in drafting prevents ambiguity post-mortem.
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