What is dispositive?

Dispositive is a legal term that refers to a provision or clause in a legal document, such as a will, trust, or contract, that determines the disposition of property or assets. It is used to allocate and distribute property or assets to beneficiaries or heirs based on the wishes of the person who created the document. Dispositive provisions can also be used to specify the conditions or circumstances under which property or assets can be distributed, as well as to designate the individuals or entities responsible for managing and administering the property or assets. The term dispositive is often used interchangeably with the term distributive, which refers to the distribution or allocation of property or assets under a legal document.