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Exclusion of adopted children as beneficiaries

Johann Jacobs, Consultant in our Trusts & Estates practice joined eNCA to discuss the landmark Constitutional Court ruling, that ruled against the exclusion of adopted children as beneficiaries. He unpacks the implications of the ruling.

29 Apr 2021 5:47 Minutes TV interview

Johann Jacobs, Consultant in our Trusts & Estates practice joined eNCA to discuss the landmark Constitutional Court ruling, that ruled against the exclusion of adopted children as beneficiaries. He unpacks the implications of the ruling.

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