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Testator
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A testator is a person who has written a last will and testament that is in effect at the time of his/her death.[1]
- A female testator is sometimes referred to as a testatrix, particularly in older cases.
- The adjectival form of the word is testamentary, as in:
- Testamentary capacity, or mental capacity or ability to execute a will and
- Testamentary disposition, or gift made in a will (see that article for types).
- A will is also known as a Last will and testament.
- Testacy means the status of being testate, that is, having executed a will. The property of such a person goes through the probate process.
- Intestacy means the status of not having made a will, or to have died without a valid will. The estate of a person who dies intestate, undergoes administration, rather than probate.
- The Attestation clause of a will is where the witnesses sign.
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