Legal Definitions - devisor

A devisor is an individual who transfers ownership of real property (such as land or buildings) to another person through their last will and testament. Essentially, they are the person making the gift of real estate in their will.

Here are some examples to illustrate the term:

• Example 1: Mr. Henderson writes a will stating that his family farm, including the farmhouse and surrounding acreage, should go to his niece, Sarah.

  Explanation: Mr. Henderson is the devisor because he is using his will to transfer his real property (the farm) to Sarah.

• Example 2: Ms. Chen owns a small commercial building downtown. In her will, she specifies that this building should be inherited by her business partner, David.

  Explanation: Ms. Chen acts as the devisor by designating her commercial real estate to David in her will.

• Example 3: After retiring, Mrs. Rodriguez drafts a will that leaves her primary residence to her son, Michael, and a lakeside cabin to her daughter, Emily.

  Explanation: Mrs. Rodriguez is the devisor for both properties, as she is the one using her will to transfer ownership of her house to Michael and her cabin to Emily.