“if anybody has anything to bequeath they should not leave two nights without making a Will about it” (Hadith)

At am.law solicitors we have a specialist department of lawyers who draft Islamic Wills. Our lawyers specialise in the Islamic Law of Inheritance & Succession and can draft a Will for you that is compliant with Islamic Law (Shariah). Below are the main reasons why a Muslim should make an Islamic Will:

>  The rules of inheritance in Islamic Law are different to English Law. Therefore if you die without an Islamic Will, your assets and belongings will be distributed according to the English rules of Intestacy and not the Islamic Law of Inheritance. People may therefore get your assets who are not entitled to them under Islamic Law.

>  Making an Islamic Will ensures that distribution of your remaining estate (after discharge of funeral expenses and outstanding debts) will be amongst the entitled heirs according to Sharia, preventing family disputes and breakdowns and ensuring provision is made for the entitled heirs. Therefore you do not need to worry about who to make provision for as the shares are fixed and the heirs pre-determined.

>  An Islamic Will makes sure that your burial takes place according to the Islamic rituals.

>  By making an Islamic Will you can request that your religious obligations are fulfilled upon your death for example discharge of charity (Zakat) unpaid during your lifetime.

>  In your Islamic Will you can give money to a charity or Islamic institution and derive posthumous benefit from this when you die.

> The Will gives the Testator the opportunity to help someone who is not entitled to inherit from them (such as an orphaned grandchild).

>  The Will can be used for the appointment of Guardians for children.

It is imperative for Muslims to make an Islamic Will, particularly for those living in countries subject to different laws not in accordance with Islamic Law. We understand the importance of making an Islamic Will. You can be assured that our lawyers will provide you with the legal expertise to ensure that your Will is fully Shariah compliant whilst also meeting the legal formalities and requirements of English Law to ensure it is valid within the United Kingdom and will stand up to scrutiny in a court of law.

You can begin the process now by contacting us by telephone or using our quick enquiry form.

Following bereavement, it is very difficult to think about initiating the arduous Probate procedure. In the event that the deceased leaves a Will, a Grant of Probate is required from the court to the Executors, to enable them to proceed with the administration of the estate of the deceased in accordance with the instructions in the Will.

We understand that when somebody dies it is a very distressing time for their loved ones. Our lawyers provide a sympathetic and understanding approach to make the whole process as easy as possible and take the burden away from the Executors of obtaining Probate and administration of the estate. We will also ensure that any inheritance tax obligations are fulfilled leaving you with complete peace of mind. We will handle the whole process for you as quickly as possible in an efficient and sensitive manner leaving you with the necessary time to grieve.

In the event that the deceased has left no Will the rules of intestacy will apply. The next of kin or close relative of the deceased will need to apply to the court for a Grant of Letters of Administration confirming that they will administer the estate according to the rules of intestacy. Should this be the case we will again take this burden away from you.

Our lawyers will also deal with the administration of the estate. We will prepare and submit required documentation to all necessary institutions in order to collate and transfer assets of the estate and discharge all liabilities to the estate. We can also assist you in conveyancing matters such as the transfer of property.

If you have suffered bereavement and have not yet applied for Probate, contact us now and allow us to make this difficult time easier for you.