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 individual does in their very own handwriting and also after that signs it as well as dates it at the page bottom or dates it at the top as well as signs at the bottom, whichever they do. A handwritten will can not be handwritten out by someone else and also then executed by the decedent or your loved one. It's truly essential to know that a hand written last will and testament is in fact a really effective document as long as it is performed correctly in the person's own handwriting, dated and executed. More information: https://sites.google.com/view/oklahomacityprobateattorney/home

 

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

The answer is absolutely, as long as it's done properly, as long as there is no undue pressure, and as long as there is no fraud. As always, get in touch with your territory and an estate planning attorney near you to see to it that holographic or handwritten will is done appropriately. 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.