If there is a dispute among several relatives concerning the Will of a recently deceased member of the family, have the parties settle their differences with this Memorandum of Family Settlement for use in India. This document is intended to be used when the deceased has left his property to one heir, but other family members feel entitled to a share of the estate. Provisions of the Agreement include:

• The parties agree that the beneficiary under the Will shall apply for letters of administration, following which he/she will transfer a proportionate share of the estate to the other parties.


• All expenses of the grant of letters of administration and transfer of shares shall come out of the estate.


• The parties agree not to make any further claim under the Will or any codicil to the Will.

This Indian Memorandum of Family Settlement form is provided in MS Word format, and is fully editable to suit your needs.