What is contemplation of marriage?
A testators valid marriage will automatically revoke a Will written prior to marriage. If a person at the time of making his Will is going to get married soon, a contemplation of marriage clause stating that his Will shall not be revoked by his intended marriage to a particular person taking place can be inserted in the Will to prevent the Will being revoked upon the marriage taking place. It is essential that the name of the fiance be mentioned in the Will.
