What to Prepare for Your Will

The role of an executor is essential in ensuring that a deceased person’s Will is carried out effectively. Executors must handle assets, liabilities, and debts, document actions, and adhere to Islamic and legal guidelines. Wills should include detailed instructions for janazah and burial preferences, while also designating guardians for minor children to avoid court decisions. The wasiyyah portion (up to one-third) allows for ongoing charitable contributions (Sadaqah Jaariyah), such as donations to waqfs, benefiting the testator after death. Legal considerations, such as ownership of jointly held assets, compliance with family court orders, and accurate documentation of liabilities, including Islamic debts, are critical for ensuring the Will is valid and executable.