Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Georgia

hand-written will

Does Georgia allow a hand-written will? If so, what are the requirements?


Asked on 11/13/06, 7:47 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Glenn M. Lyon, Esq. MacGREGOR LYON, LLC, Business Attorneys

Re: hand-written will

Yes, a will can be hand-written, but the same requirements apply whether it is typed or hand-written.

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Answered on 11/13/06, 7:56 am
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: hand-written will

Whether a will is handwritten or not is unimportant. What IS important is the usage of correct language, the granting of the correct powers, what it does not say, the precision of language, the proper witnessing and other things. In other words, unless a lawyer has done it or reviewed it, it may be useless (or problematic) as it may not meet the requirements of the law.

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Answered on 11/13/06, 8:37 am
SHERRY RAGOLE RAGOLE & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Re: hand-written will

Legal counsel in preparing a will not only provides assurance that legal formalities are complied with, it also makes sure that no details are overlooked in conserving and passing along your estate. The piece of mind that this can bring to an individual in the final stages of life cannot be overstated. Best regards!

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Answered on 11/13/06, 10:39 am


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