A Simple Guide to Securing Intellectual Property Assets
In today’s world, ideas from creative individuals and innovators are incredibly valuable. Think about innovations in manufacturing, the booming Nigerian entertainment industry estimated at over $9 billion, and the tech […]
I Am Ready To Create A Will – Where Do I Start?
SO, you finally made the big decision to put on the big boy pants. You finally decided to take charge of your future and take a big leap to the […]
Estate Planning for Public Office Holders: The Blind Trust
Our people say many things. “Before you kill a dog, you must first ensure it receives a bad name.” The reasoning behind this proverb is that one who has received […]
Estate Planning for the Muslim Faithful: A Simple Guide to Fara’id Rules
Two childhood friends, Yahaya and Musa, were once walking down a road after visiting Yahaya’s wealthy uncle. Yahaya, asking suddenly: Ah Musa, what would you do if my uncle willed […]
What NOT to Put in a Will
Clothes, houses, money that your neighbor borrowed and is yet to return… When you really think about it, there are different classes of assets. Trying to decide what to factor […]
Getting Started: Secure Your Legacy with A Trust
If you have ever seen someone try to collect their money from a debtor, you know how the story goes. We will deal with this man today! Creditors of Salomon […]
How is Islamic estate planning interpreted under Nigerian law?
Think about succulent fried ram. Moist on the inside. Crisp on the outside. Heavenly flavors melting in your mouth. Maybe a little pepper to spice things up. Hold on a […]
How Your Plans Can Be Sabotaged by Partial Intestacy from Residuary Estate
As with anyone who strives to give their loved ones the very best, we all write Wills to leave clear instructions for the distribution of our possessions and to minimize […]
One Will to Rule All Assets, Inter-State and Foreign Ones Inclusive
That investment. That status symbol. For whatever reason, it is not unheard of for people to hold assets (such as landed properties, bank accounts and so on) outside their state […]
Long Live The Trusts!!
Think of a long-dead ancestor your parents might have told you about. 50 years, 100 years. The further back, the better. Now, imagine the dead relative controlling your family land […]