Publications by Key Term: intestacy

Revocation of Wills: Consultation Paper Oct 2004

Under the present law, a will is automatically revoked on marriage or divorce.   These long-standing rules are intended to protect the interests of spouses and children of  the makers of wills.   However,  it has been suggested the the changing social and legal context may sometimes defeat the purpose of the rules, and even make them a problem.  This Consultation Paper discusses when a will is automatically revoked due to marriage or divorce.