Does a handwritten will hold up in court?

Yes, this is what's called a holographic will as well as a holographic will is a Last Will that the individual does in their own handwriting as well as after that executes it and also dates it at the bottom or dates it at the top and also signs at the bottom, whichever they do. A handwritten will can not be transcribed out by somebody else and also after that signed by the decedent or your loved one. It's truly essential to recognize that a hand written last will and testament is actually a really effective legal document as long as it is executed correctly in the individual's very own handwriting, dated as well as executed. More information: https://sites.google.com/view/oklahomacityprobateattorney/home

 

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

The answer is yes, as long as it's done properly, as long as there is no undue pressure, and also as long as there is no deception. As always, talk to your territory and also an estate planning attorney near you to make sure 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.