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Decades-Old Property Feud Resolved: SC's Judgment On Will And Succession

The Supreme Court of India's pronouncement in Metpalli Lasum Bai (Since Dead) and Others Versus Metapalli Muthaiah (D) By LRs offers crucial insights into the complexities...

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IndiaLaw LLP

Future-proofing Family Businesses

Family businesses bolster economies, drive growth, create jobs, and shape communities. Family businesses are responsible for over 70% of global GDP and provide 60% of the world's employment...

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Spencer West

The Pataudi Legacy On Trial: Saif Ali Khan, Bhopal Royal Properties, And The Enemy Property Law

The long-dormant embers of a royal inheritance dispute have been reignited with renewed judicial scrutiny. In a landmark decision dated June 30, 2025...

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IndiaLaw LLP

The Nominee Conundrum: Legal Status, Sectoral Divergences, And The Quest For Consistency

In India's complex inheritance landscape, the law and jurisprudence concerning life insurance nominations have become increasingly dissonant.

India Insurance

White And Brief Advocates And Solicitors

Private Trust In India: A Step‑By‑Step Legal Guide For Asset Protection & Estate Planning

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MAHESHWARI & CO. Advocates & Legal Consultants

Private Client Services

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Nexdigm Private Limited

Cracking The Code: The Rights Of Nominees Of Insurance Policies Explained

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Trilegal

Gift, Settlement, Or Will? Supreme Court Defines The Fine Line In Property Transfers

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Will vs Gift vs Settlement – Clarity On Estate Planning Instruments

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CMS INDUSLAW

Smriti And The Evolution Of Hindu Law: From Manusmriti To Mitakshara And Dayabhaga

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Khurana and Khurana

Rights Of Women In Live-in Relationship

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Altacit Global

Sons And Daughters Don't Inherit Father's Self-Acquired Property By Default: SC

IL

IndiaLaw LLP

Mere Registration Does Not Validate A Will

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Counselence

Devolution Of Property Under The Hindu Succession Act, 1956

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Aarna Law

GST On Gold: 18, 22, 24 Carat Jewellery Rates & Ornaments

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Vakilsearch

NSDL: Circular On Off-Market Transfer Of Private Limited Company Shares

India Commercial

AP

Argus Partners

GST On TV Or Television: Latest Rates, HSN Code & Impact

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Vakilsearch

How To Add Or Update Bank Account In GST Portal?

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Vakilsearch

GST On Catering Services & Banquet Hall Rates In India

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Vakilsearch

How To Draft A Gift Deed In India: A Step-by-Step Guide

A gift deed is a legal document that facilitates the voluntary transfer of property from one person (the donor) to another (the donee) without any exchange of money or consideration.

India Real Estate

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Succession Planning For HNIs: Legal Strategies To Protect Family Wealth And Business Legacies

With the growing complexity of wealth management and the volatile global economy, high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) need to implement thorough succession plans.

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Agama Law Associates

Taxation Of Family Trust - The New Dichotomy

Further, the Tribunal relied on certain judicial precedents9 to hold that interest in partnership firm is nothing but shares of a partnership firm.

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CMS INDUSLAW

A Complex Interplay Of Family Dynamics And Inheritance Law

Property devolution and rights over a familial property vesting within a Hindu familial structure navigates through a delicate interplay between traditional practices and modern legal principles.

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HSA Advocates

A Tale Of Two Wills: A Legal Quagmire

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Singhania & Co.

V Shrinivasan v. Music Academy: Way Guided By The Will?

India Media & IT

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Khurana and Khurana

Understanding The Concept Of Will

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Revoking A Will: Ensuring Your Final Wishes Are Always Up To Date

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Secure Your Legacy: Why Registering Your Will Matters

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

The Right To Die With Dignity: Understanding Living Wills In India

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Singhania & Co.

MHCO Update | Custodians Appointed For Living Wills

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Mansukhlal Hiralal & Co.

Guide To Estate Planning For Promoters Of Listed Company

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Dolce Vita Advisors

How To Claim Your Share In Ancestral Property In India: A Comprehensive Guide

Century Law Firm

Surviving Member Certificate (SMC) In Delhi, India: A Comprehensive Guide

Century Law Firm

MHCO Update | Custodians Appointed For Living Wills

Back in 2018, the Supreme Court of India brought in the concept of "Living Wills" in India by its decision in the matter of Aruna Shanbaug v Union of India.

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Mansukhlal Hiralal & Co.

Guide To Estate Planning For Promoters Of Listed Company

The fundamental principles of estate planning are seamless succession of assets and protection of assets from all legal & fiscal risks.

DV

Dolce Vita Advisors

How To Claim Your Share In Ancestral Property In India: A Comprehensive Guide

Ancestral property has deep social, cultural and legal significance in India. It is intertwined with family inheritance traditions and rights. However, there are many nuances around the legal rights...

Century Law Firm

Surviving Member Certificate (SMC) In Delhi, India: A Comprehensive Guide

A Surviving Member Certificate (SMC) is a crucial legal document issued by the government authorities, specifically by the Office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate in Delhi.

Century Law Firm

Gift Deed Executed By Senior Citizens Can Be Declared Null And Void Only If It Contains Stipulation On Maintenance By Transferee

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Rule Of Estoppel Vis-À-Vis Section 6(a) Of Transfer Of Property Act

This article aims to explore the origin of the Rule of Estoppel and delve into the tenets of the interplay between the of Rule of Estoppel and Section 6 (a) of The Property Act with the help of suitable case laws.

India Real Estate

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Khurana and Khurana

The Exclusive Jurisdiction Of Courts Regarding Wills - Scope For Arbitrationmediation Of Disputes Arising Out Of A Will

A probate[1], as per the Indian Succession Act, 1925 ("Succession Act"), means a copy of a will[2] certified under the seal of a court of competent jurisdiction...

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Argus Partners

Karta's Power To Alienate Minor's Property: Prevailing Limitations

A Karta being the head of a Hindu joint family, exercises wide powers in managing the affairs of the joint family. As such, the powers of Karta include the power to manage, maintain and alienate...

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Khaitan & Co LLP

Misdescription Of Property In A Will – Does It Render The Will Invalid?

A Will is a solemn document that specifies how a person's property or assets must be distributed after his/her death. For a will to become valid, two conditions must be met: age of majority...

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Karanjawala & Company

Power Of Attorney Is Of No Consequence If Neither Sale Deed Is Executed Nor Any Action Is Taken By Its Holder

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M Mulla Associates

The Effect Of Estoppel Cannot Be Warded Off By Persons Claiming Through The Person Whose Conduct Generated The Estoppel

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M Mulla Associates

Testatory Disposition To A Female Hindu Overrides Intestate Succession

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co

Will – A Testament

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YNZ Group

Banks Cannot Seek Letters Of Administration From Indian Courts For A Will Already Probated By Foreign Court

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LexOrbis

Thought Leadership Paper: Shortcomings And Evolution Of Hindu Succession Act, 1956

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co

Wills In India- Inheritance Laws In India For Wills

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King, Stubb & Kasiva

Importance Of Will And Nominee

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Types Of Willls In India And Their Essential Features

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Ahlawat & Associates

Grounds For Challenging A Will In India

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Vaish Associates Advocates

Why Should One Consider Making A Will?

AA

Ahlawat & Associates

Can A Beneficiary In The WILL Become A Witness?

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Vaish Associates Advocates

Intestate Succession – Hindu Female's Property

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S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates

Resolving The Obscurity Of Conflicting Clauses In A Document

India Real Estate

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S&A Law Offices

DEVOLUTION OF SELF-ACQUIRED PROPERTY OF AN INTESTATE HINDU FEMALE

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Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co

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