Does a handwritten will work in court?

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

 

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

The answer is absolutely, as long as it's done properly, as long as there is no undue influence, and also as long as there is no deception. As always, talk to your territory and an estate planning attorney near you to make certain that holographic or handwritten will is done correctly. 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.