Background

When a person dies, all of their money, assets, and possessions (known as their “estate”) are distributed in accordance with their wishes. Some people have a will in place. A will is a legal document that specifies who is in charge of carrying out the wishes of the deceased (known as the “executor”) and which persons receive what amounts/possessions of the estate (anyone who gets something is called a “beneficiary”).

In the United States, if a person does not have a will in place, then the estate is divided and distributed by the courts based on US inheritance law. Needless to say, US inheritance laws are not the same as the ones that Muslim are obligated to follow. Muslims must create Islamic wills. These vary from standard wills in the way that the estate is divided. Islamic law specifies the percentage/share of inheritance for each family member. The Quran serves as the primary source of Islamic inheritance laws, outlining guidelines that ensure a just distribution among the family members.

TISA Is Here To Help

TISA would like to help you get started on your Islamic obligation of having a will. Below is a FREE ISLAMIC WILL SOFTWARE so that you and your family can:

• Plan for the inevitable
• Protect your family
• Leave a legacy

The Muslim Estate Will Planning Software is specifically designed for American Muslims. This FREE SOFTWARE was developed by a team of graduates from top American law schools who are trained in classical Islamic law, along with Silicon Valley technology talent.

How to get started:

• Take the Questionnaire
  Creating your will involves answering some basic questions about you, your family, your financial affairs, and some preferences. It usually takes about 30 minutes.
  
  
• Get Your Free Will
  This site was designed by expert attorneys who are well versed in Islamic Inheritance laws. Our powerful tool even calculates the shares for each of your beneficiaries according to Islamic law.
  
  
• Sign Your Documents
  Once you receive your will, print it out and follow the signing instructions in order to make it legally valid. Your information will be securely stored so you can come back and update it as often as you’d like.

*Please Note: online wills cover simple cases or serve as an initial plan. For complex cases and advice that is specific to your situation, we have provided a list of US-based attorneys and wealth management firms who specialize in estate and will planning.