Webinar – “Wills & Probates” – Oct 2021

A webinar was dedicated to an important and often unspoken subject of making of a Will. The session was presented by Mr. Robinson D’Souza, and anchored by Viren Peres. Mr. Robinson D’souza is a well-known legal consultant, motivational speaker, and civil servant, with over 40 years’ experience in managing many key positions such as Principal Secretary, Karnataka Legislature Vidhana Soudha. He was also the secretary to the Hon. Chief Justice of the High Court of Karnataka. He used anecdotal stories to present – why is Estate planning necessary, how important is it to make a Will, why should one make a Will, and what should the family members do when a person passes away with or without a will. Mr Robinson used very engaging real-life stories of people, and how the different situations arose because of the Will. He was able to simplify the aspects of making Will, and the challenges if one does not do so. It was a thoroughly informative and interesting session. The audience feedback was very positive The session was very well presented, and with due attention to details, suggestions, practical advice.