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This chapter reviews the local system of the Philippines, in which it is closely modelled after a unitary form of government. It defines will as an act whereby a person is permitted, with the formalities prescribed by law, to control to a certain degree the disposition of his/her estate, to take effect after his/her death. Whilst, a codicil is a supplement or addition to a will, made after the execution of a will and annexed to be taken as a part thereof, by which disposition made in the original will is explained, added to, or altered. This chapter also elaborates the intestacy of the Philippines, whereas the order of hereditary or intestate succession, if the deceased was a legitimate child, is as follows: legitimate children or descendants; legitimate parents or ascendants; illegitimate children or descendants; surviving spouse; brothers and sisters, nephews and nieces; other collateral relatives within the fifth degree; the state. The chapter ultimately reviews maintenance, noting that it may only be claimed if there is a legacy for support instituted in the will. |
