The Affidavit Deed is a specialized legal instrument used in Australian jurisdictions when there is a need to combine the solemn nature of sworn testimony with the formal binding characteristics of a deed. This document type is particularly useful in situations involving property transfers, formal declarations of trust, settlement of disputes, or any circumstance where a sworn statement needs to have deed-level enforceability. The document must be executed in accordance with state-specific requirements for both affidavits and deeds, typically requiring authorized witnesses such as lawyers, justices of the peace, or notaries public. It includes sworn statements of fact, supporting exhibits, and formal execution blocks that satisfy deed requirements. The Affidavit Deed is commonly used in court proceedings, property matters, estate planning, and corporate governance situations where the enhanced evidentiary value of an affidavit combined with the formal nature of a deed is beneficial.

1. Title and Jurisdiction: Specifies the document type as an Affidavit Deed and the relevant jurisdiction

2. Parties: Identifies the deponent (person making the affidavit) and their details

3. Oath/Affirmation Statement: Formal statement indicating whether the deponent is swearing or affirming the contents

4. Background: Context and circumstances leading to the creation of the affidavit deed

5. Definitions: Defined terms used throughout the document

6. Declarations: The substantive sworn/affirmed statements, typically numbered paragraphs

7. Verification Statement: Statement verifying the truth and accuracy of the contents

8. Execution Block: Formal execution section including deponent's signature and witness details

9. Jurat: Certificate by the authorized witness stating when and where the affidavit was sworn/affirmed