The person named in a will to handle the property of someone who has died. The executor collects the property, pays debts and taxes, and then distributes what's left, as specified in the will. The executor also handles any probate court proceedings and notifies people and organizations of the death. Also called personal representatives.

At one time, courts commonly ordered husbands to pay alimony to their former wives until the ex-wives married again or died. Today, alimony is ordered by a court on the basis of one spouse's need or entitlement and the other spouse's ability to pay. Although most alimony payments are made from men to women, it is possible that a well-off woman could be required to pay support to her economically dependent husband. Maintenance is awarded less often now because there are more two-income couples and fewer marriages in which one person is financially dependent on the other. A person who pays support may deduct it from his or her income for tax purposes; the one who receives it must pay taxes on it (unless the parties agree otherwise).

The prospective citizen must have the ability to read, write, and speak ordinary English. This is determined by a test administered by an immigration examiner.

Virtually every adult should have a Will and review it at least every three to five years.

Of course, that's not always what happens. For most people, some event usually starts them thinking about planning for the future.

A change of marital status in your family, the birth or death of a family member, or a change in your financial situation or employment status are all good reasons to think about the importance of an up-to-date Will.

If you are not sure whether to proceed, just give us a call. We'll meet with you, review your situation, and make an appropriate recommendation. There's no obligation, and you'll have the information you need to make a wise decision.

Any adult of sound mind is entitled to make a will. Beyond that, there are just a few technical requirements:

1.The will must be typewritten or computer generated (unless it is a valid holograph will, as discussed above).

2.The document must state that it is your will.

3.You must date and sign the will.

4.The will must be signed by two witnesses. The witnesses must watch you sign the will although they do not have to read it. The witnesses must be people who do not inherit anything under the will.

You don't have to have your will notarized. However, if you and your witnesses sign an affidavit (sworn statement) before a notary public, you can help simplify the court procedures required to prove the validity of the will after you die.

A Living Will is only concerned with medical treatment when you are still alive. You cannot use it to communicate your wishes on any matters normally dealt with by an ordinary Will, or Last Will & Testament. In other words, you cannot use it to determine who will inherit your property when you die, who will be your executors, or who will be guardians to your children.

When you give somebody Power of Attorney, you confer the authority to conduct legal and financial business on your behalf. However, an Attorney is not permitted to make any decisions on health care.

You therefore need to make a Living Will and appoint a 'Health Care Proxy' if you want to give somebody the power to make decisions on your future health care.

You should note that there are no laws in England and Wales about Living Wills, and whether such a Will will be considered enforceable depends on the way it is written and what it asks doctors to do.

Living Will is an important document to have at any stage in your life. It is a legal document that is drafted to express your wishes for end-of-life care when you are unable to make those decisions yourself. Without an Advance Directive in place, some of the hardest and most important decisions of your life can be left entirely in the hands of medical professionals and your family. Not only do you risk having a decision made that you might not support; family members may be forced to make up your mind for you, often leaving them feeling unsure that they��ve made the right choice.

Making a Will is the only way you can ensure your assets will be distributed according to your wishes when you die. Studies show that at least 40% of Australians do not have a valid Will. If you die without a Will your estate will be distributed according to a Government formula and, if you have no surviving relations closer than cousins, your estate will pass to the government.

A Will is a recorded document that provides for the division of property after death. The drafter of the Will establishes how their property and assets will be divided when they have passed away. Wills are not probated until after the death of the deceased.