This public domain book is an open and compatible implementation of the Uniform System of Citation.

This book deals with the Islamic law of will for the administration of Muslim estates. It examines the rules of Islamic law of wills in Malaysia in respect of testamentary provisions giving directions as to the administration of the estates and other matters. This is done in the context of the will of entrustment (wisoyah) in particular. The discussion focuses on the meaning of will of entrustment (wisoyah) its origin, its characteristics, its legality, its legal ruling and its creation which deal with four essential elements: testator (musi), executor (wasi), subject matter of will (musa fih) and formation (sighah). The discussion will also highlight the issues of testacy and intestacy with regard to Muslim estates. In what sense are these two terms to be taken by Muslims? The study attempts to examines various state enactments relating to Islamic law of wills. This requires some reference to the meaning of Islamic wills as understood at present and wills under civil law.

Designed to provide practical solutions to your day-to-day problems, this looseleaf work contains clear, step-by-step guidance on all areas of probate and administration law and practice, from planning and drafting a will, through administration of the estate and taxation, to after-death variations, family provision and litigation. Combining narrative text with precedents and source materials to make a single comprehensive reference service, it offers commentary and advice from leading experts. It includes precedents, fully annotated and presented clause by clause where appropriate, worked examples and the text of all relevant statutory materials. Tax considerations are emphasised throughout.The service is now also available online and on CD-ROM as part of the Butterworths Wills and Probate Library, bringing users the added benefits of electronic delivery such as enhanced search facilities and hypertext links.Two looseleaf volumes, four service issues per year (invoiced separately on publication).