Hofmeyr, G and Paleker, M. The Law of Succession in South Africa. – 3rd ed. – Juta, 2023.
 
ISBN: 9781485107279
 
“The Law of Succession in South Africa is the third edition of this highly regarded work, providing a comprehensive discussion of all aspects of the law of succession. Building upon the substantial contributions of Mr Justice Corbett and Professor Ellison Kahn, the new edition brings the law up to date and includes commentary on new developments since the last edition.”
 
Partial contents:
Basic Concepts: The Legal Position of Executors, Heirs and Legatees: Adiation and Repudiation
Collation
Testamentary Succession[Testamentary Succession in General
Formalities and the Execution of Wills, Amendments of Wills, and Incorporation by Reference
Capacity to make a will and to witness a will
Capacity to Benefit under a Will or on Intestacy
Invalidity of Wills Generally: Mistake, Fraud, Duress and Undue Influence; Revocation and Revival
The Custody and Registration of Wills
The Appointment of Heirs and Legatees: Dies, Conditions
Vesting
Substitution
Legacies
Accrual
Fideicommissum
Special Fideicommissa, Modus, Prohibitions and Restraints on Alienation and Powers of Appointment
Usufruct, Usus and Habitatio
Trusts
Massing, Election and Continued Community of Property
Interpretation: Principles
Interpretation: Canons of Construction and Presumptions
Interpretation: Specific Words and Phrases
Intestate Succession
The Conflict of Laws in the South African Law of Succession
Litigation in Succession Matters