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==== a) Opening and Revocation Clause ==== | ==== a) Opening and Revocation Clause ==== | ||
The opening clause is fairly standard. It identifies the will-maker, gives | The opening clause is fairly standard. It identifies the will-maker, gives their place of residence and may state their occupation: | ||
* SAMPLE: “This is the last will of me, [name], of [address], British Columbia.” (See ''2019 CLE Wills Personal Planning Precedents'', 1.5). | * SAMPLE: “This is the last will of me, [name], of [address], British Columbia.” (See ''2019 CLE Wills Personal Planning Precedents'', 1.5). | ||
Though the last testamentary disposition of property is generally the effective one, it is standard practice to insert a general revocation clause that revokes all previous wills and codicils. This clause should be included even though the will-maker has never before made a will. It follows the opening clause. | Though the last testamentary disposition of property is generally the effective one, it is standard practice to insert a general revocation clause that revokes all previous wills and codicils. This clause should be included even though the will-maker has never before made a will. It follows the opening clause. | ||
