PPC1 Probate & Tax Practice Questions - Law Society of Ireland Professional Practice Course 1 - Probate and Taxation Exam - PPC1 Probate & Tax Practice Questions - Law Society of Ireland Professional Practice Course 1

Question 1

Under Section 78 of the Succession Act 1965, which of the following is a mandatory requirement for the valid execution of a will in Ireland?

The will must be executed before a Commissioner for Oaths or a notary public. The testator must sign the will in the presence of two or more witnesses present at the same time. The witnesses must sign the will in the presence of each other. The will must contain a formal attestation clause to be valid.

Correct Answer:

The testator must sign the will in the presence of two or more witnesses present at the same time.

Question 2

What is the legal effect under Section 82 of the Succession Act 1965 if a testator leaves a pecuniary legacy of €10,000 to an individual who acts as one of the two witnesses to the will?

The entire will is void and the estate will be distributed under intestacy rules. The legacy to the witness is valid, provided the witness is not a relative of the testator. The legacy is void, but the will remains otherwise validly executed. The legacy is valid, but the witness is disqualified from acting as an executor.

Correct Answer:

The legacy is void, but the will remains otherwise validly executed.

Question 3

Which of the following events will automatically revoke an entire will by operation of law in Ireland, unless the will was made in contemplation of the event?

The subsequent marriage or civil partnership of the testator. The birth of a child to the testator after the execution of the will. The subsequent divorce or dissolution of marriage/civil partnership of the testator. The execution of a codicil that changes only minor pecuniary legacies.

Correct Answer:

The subsequent marriage or civil partnership of the testator.

Question 4

A testator executes a will in 2020. In 2024, intending to revoke the will, they write 'REVOKED' across the front page and sign and date it, but do not have this signed in the presence of any witnesses. What is the status of the 2020 will?

The will is validly revoked because the testator's intention (animus revocandi) is clear from the writing. The will is revoked because writing 'REVOKED' constitutes destruction under the Succession Act 1965. The will is not revoked because revocation by writing requires the same execution formalities as a will. The will is partially revoked as to the parts covered by the word 'REVOKED'.

Correct Answer:

The will is not revoked because revocation by writing requires the same execution formalities as a will.

Question 5

To establish testamentary capacity in Ireland, what is the classic test derived from Banks v Goodfellow (1870) that the testator must satisfy?

The testator must be free from any physical illness or cognitive decline at the time of execution. The testator must understand the nature of the act, the extent of their property, and the claims of potential beneficiaries. The testator must execute the will in the presence of a medical practitioner who certifies their capacity. The testator must be able to read and write the will in their own handwriting.

Correct Answer:

The testator must understand the nature of the act, the extent of their property, and the claims of potential beneficiaries.

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