The will drafting process can be daunting. Here’s a brief overview of some of the standard clauses you may see within your will and an explanation as to how they operate...
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Common Will Clauses: What They Mean & How They Work

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By Owen Sugden
December 8th, 2025

The will drafting process can be daunting. Here are eight standard clauses you may see within your will:

  1. Revocation clauses
  2. Funeral wishes
  3. Guardians
  4. Specific gifts or pecuniary legacies
  5. Administration of my estate
  6. Survivorship clauses
  7. Residue
  8. Attestation clauses

Continue reading for a brief overview of these common will clauses and an explanation as to how they operate in the UK…

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