Testamentary capacity is the legal and mental ability required to make or alter a valid will. If the person making the will lacks testamentary capacity when they sign it, the entire will is invalid. Understanding this matters whether you're making your own will, witnessing one, or questioning whether a will should be challenged. Our comprehensive guide covers the Banks v Goodfellow test, the Golden Rule, undue influence, and why testamentary capacity assessments protect your

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