How to Make a Will in Jamaica

Estate Planning

A valid Jamaican will must be in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by two independent witnesses who do not benefit under the will. Attorneys typically draft wills for roughly J

5,000 to J$50,000 depending on complexity. Dying intestate (without a will) triggers statutory distribution under the Intestates' Estates and Property Charges Act — often not what the deceased would have wanted.

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About legal in Jamaica

Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.

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