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Inheritance in Israel is governed by the Succession Law of 1965 ('Succession Law'). According to the law, a person's estate passes on to his or her heirs upon death. This may happen in one of two ways: by will or by law. This article will focus on some key issues regarding inheritance by will and probate in Israel. See "Succession Law in Israel - Inheritance by Law" for a detailed explanation of inheritance by law in Israel. The fundamental principle of inheritance is that a person is free to distribute his or her property as they see fit. Therefore, the succession law is contingent on the existence of a will. A valid will overrides the default stipulations of the law regarding the identity of the heirs and the distribution of the estate. A valid will may even annul an existing succession order (for instance, in cases where the will was uncovered only after the succession order was granted). A will is the expression of a person's wishes regarding his affairs upon his death. It is not necessarily limited to property alone, although the issue of property is central. It is a binding legal document. Concerning property, a will may be extremely specific, detailing distinct instructions regarding one's property and heirs. It may also be general, outlining only the general boundaries to its execution. A will is not subject to obsolescence, and there is no limit on the number of wills a person may create. However, it is important to note that the last valid will (chronologically) is the deciding one, overriding any former, older wills (unless the 'new will' is found faulty to the point of unlawfulness by a court of law). It is important to make sure that a will is up to date, especially if any changes, for instance marriage, divorce, the acquisition of new property etc. have taken place. The law in Israel recognizes four types of wills: - Hand written (section 19 of the Succession Law). The Hand Written Will must be written entirely in the testator's hand-writing (Note! A hand written signature is not enough), and needs to bear the date of its composition, also in the testator's hand-writing. - In the presence of witnesses (section 20 of the Succession Law). This type of will shall be in writing, will bear the date of its composition, and must be signed by the testator and two witnesses on that same date. It is recommended that one of the witnesses be an attorney who specializes in wills, in order to prevent mistakes in the will which may cause its annulment after the testator's death. - In the presence of an authority (section 22 of the Succession Law). This will may be submitted in writing or recited orally in front of a judge, the inheritance registrar, a member of a religious court or a notary. The will must be accompanied by the testator's testimony that this is indeed his will, and must be signed and authorized by the authority. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/9243713

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