Does a handwritten will hold up in court?

Mar 30

Yes, this is what's called a holographic will and also a holographic will is a will that the individual does in their very own handwriting and then executes it as well as dates it at the bottom or dates it at the top as well as executes at the bottom, whichever they do. A handwritten will can not be handwritten out by somebody else as well as then executed by the decedent or your loved one. It's truly vital to understand that a handwritten last will and testament is in fact a very effective legal document as long as it is performed properly in the person's very own handwriting, dated and also signed. More information: https://sites.google.com/view/oklahomacityprobateattorney/home

Can a handwritten last will and testament stand up in court?

The truth is yes indeed, as long as it's done properly, as long as there is no undue pressure, and as long as there is no deception. As generally, get in touch with your jurisdiction and an estate planning attorney near you to make sure that holographic or handwritten will is done properly. More information.

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This article is for educational and informational purposes only, and is not legal advice. If you have a legal issue, then immediately contact an estate planning attorney or probate attorney in your jurisdiction.