Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

How to change an existing will in Florida?

I have a current, valid will in Florida. How do I update my will to reflect new conditions and wishes. Do wills have to be recorded to be legally binding in FL. If wills do not need to be recorded, is it still advisable to do so? Do these changes take place immediately or is there a waiting period. My current will was prepared by an attorney. Should I make my changes through him or can I effect these changes on my own. My will is on file with my attorney. Should I give him a copy of the changes for his file if I intend to keep him as "agent of record".


Asked on 9/18/00, 8:35 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Melody Stickel-Martinez Melody Stickel-Martinez, Esq.

Re: How to change an existing will in Florida?

I suggest that you contact the attorney who prepared your Will. He could easily prepare a codicil or a new Will.

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Answered on 10/19/00, 11:25 am
Barry Ansbacher Ansbacher Law Firm

Re: How to change an existing will in Florida?

Wills do not need to be recorded. Although a will can be updated through a codicil, in the days of computers it is better just to execute a new will. For more info visit http://ansbacher.net/wiils.htm

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Answered on 10/18/00, 10:46 am


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