A will is a legal declaration of how a person wants their assets distributed after death. Under the Indian Succession Act, 1925, a valid will must be signed by the testator and attested by at least two witnesses. While registration under the Registration Act, 1908 is not compulsory, a registered will is deposited with the Sub-Registrar, is far harder to dispute on grounds of forgery or tampering, and provides clear evidentiary backing during probate.
We draft the will to precisely reflect your intentions, coordinate witness attestation, and manage the registration process with the Sub-Registrar, including safe custody arrangements for the original document.
Who Needs This
- Individuals wanting to formalize how their property and assets should be distributed.
- Those with multiple heirs, blended families, or complex estates where disputes are more likely.
- Business owners who need succession clarity for shares or partnership interests.
- NRIs holding Indian assets who want a will valid and enforceable in Indian courts.
Strategic Benefits
- Significantly reduces the scope for succession disputes
- Stronger evidentiary weight than an unregistered will
- Safe custody of the original document with the Registrar
- Can be updated later through a registered codicil
Process Timeline
Estate Discussion & Drafting
We understand your assets and wishes, then draft the will in precise legal language.
Signing & Attestation
The testator signs in the presence of two independent witnesses per statutory requirements.
Sub-Registrar Registration
The will is registered and the original deposited in safe custody with the Registrar.
Note: succession and inheritance rules vary by the testator's personal law. We advise on drafting only; this is not a substitute for independent estate and tax planning advice.