Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Re: New Jersey will valid in Florida?

Based on the information provided and not having reviewed your NJ will, you are advised that the will probably is valid in Florida if it has been executed with at least two witnesses and conforms to the general requirements of wills. Merely because a will is executed in another state does not render it invalid; however, there may be reasons for executing a new will, such as: desired change in beneficiaries or personal representative, change in property or desired gifts, new children, grandchildren, etc. It is desirable that wills in Florida have a self-proving affidavit (notarized attestation of witnesses) which avoids the requirement to prove the will which can be inconvenient and costly if the witnesses reside in another state. If you have specific questions, you are advised to consult with an attorney experienced in wills.