Testamentaarselt

Testamentaarselt is a Dutch legal term that translates to "testamentary" or "by will" in English. It refers to anything that is related to or established by a testament, which is a legal document outlining a person's wishes for the distribution of their assets after their death. This can include various aspects of inheritance and estate planning.

For instance, a testamentary disposition is a provision made within a will. This could be a bequest of property, a directive regarding the care of minor children, or instructions for the administration of the estate. Similarly, testamentary capacity refers to the mental ability of a person to make a valid will. This means they must understand the nature of making a will, the extent of their property, and the people they are benefiting.

A testamentary trust is a trust established by the terms of a will, taking effect upon the death of the testator. The assets are held and managed by a trustee for the benefit of designated beneficiaries according to the instructions in the will. Therefore, testamentaarselt encompasses the legal framework and practical implications surrounding the creation and execution of last wills and testaments.