Legal Definitions - dispositive clause

A dispositive clause is a legal term used in Scots law to describe the clause of conveyance in a deed. This clause includes the description of the property being conveyed, any conditions or burdens attached to it, the name of the grantee, and the destination to heirs.

• When a person sells a piece of land to another person, the dispositive clause in the deed will describe the land being sold, any restrictions or obligations attached to it, and the name of the buyer.
• In a will, the dispositive clause will outline how the deceased person's assets will be distributed among their heirs.

These examples illustrate how a dispositive clause is used to convey property or assets and ensure that they are distributed according to the wishes of the grantor or testator.