Islamic Wills & Sharia Compliance

Islamic inheritance law (Mirath) has specific requirements that differ from English law. Our specialist solicitors understand both Islamic principles and UK legal requirements to create wills that comply with Sharia while being legally valid in England and Wales.

What Our Islamic Will Specialists Can Help With

• Sharia-Compliant Wills: Wills following Islamic inheritance principles
• Faraid Calculations: Correct distribution according to Quranic shares
• Wasiyyah Provisions: One-third discretionary bequests for charity or non-heirs
• Islamic Trust Structures: Protecting assets within Islamic principles
• Haram Asset Management: Dealing with non-Sharia compliant investments
• Islamic Executor Guidance: Training executors in Islamic requirements
• Religious Court Liaison: Working with Islamic councils and scholars
• Cross-Border Islamic Estates: International Islamic succession planning

Understanding Islamic Inheritance Law

Fixed Sharia Shares (Faraid):

• Surviving spouse: 1/4 (with children) or 1/2 (without children)
• Male children: Twice the share of female children
• Parents: 1/6 each (with children) or more (without children)
• Siblings: Varying shares depending on circumstances

The One-Third Rule:

• Maximum 1/3 of estate can be left to non-heirs
• Charitable bequests (Sadaqah Jariyah) encouraged
• Remaining 2/3 must follow Faraid distribution
• All debts and funeral expenses paid first

Challenges in UK Islamic Wills

Our solicitors address common issues:

• English Law Conflicts: Reconciling Sharia with UK legal requirements
• Joint Property: Dealing with jointly owned matrimonial homes
• Pension Benefits: Islamic distribution of workplace pensions
• Life Insurance: Sharia-compliant insurance and Takaful products
• Business Assets: Islamic succession in family businesses
• Forced Heirship: Cannot disinherit certain family members

Islamic Will Writing Process

1. Islamic Law Consultation: Understanding your religious obligations
2. Asset Assessment: Reviewing all property and investments
3. Faraid Calculation: Working out correct Sharia shares
4. Will Drafting: Creating compliant document in English law
5. Scholar Review: Optional review by Islamic scholars
6. Execution: Proper witnessing according to UK requirements

Why Choose SolicitorConnect for Islamic Wills

• Islamic Law Expertise: Solicitors trained in Sharia inheritance principles
• Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding of Islamic values and practices
• Dual Qualification: Knowledge of both Islamic and English law
• Scholar Networks: Connections with respected Islamic authorities
• Community Experience: Serving Muslim families across the UK
• Ongoing Support: Guidance for executors on Islamic requirements

Islamic wills require specialist knowledge to ensure compliance with both religious obligations and UK legal requirements.

This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal advice tailored to your situation, please consult with a qualified solicitor.