Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Georgia
Wills - moving to a new state
Does a new will need to be drafted when moving from one state to another.
Asked on 9/19/07, 5:16 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Harold Holcombe
Harold D. Holcombe, P.C.
Re: Wills - moving to a new state
Not necessarily. Because you have to locate witnesses in order to probate sometimes and because real estate laws vary from state to state it is advisable to have an attorney review the will.
Answered on 9/19/07, 5:24 pm
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
Re: Wills - moving to a new state
Generally, yes. A lawyer can review the old will and make that determination.
Answered on 9/19/07, 6:43 pm
Robert Thompson
J. Robert Thompson Attorney
Re: Wills - moving to a new state
It is not required, but it might be advisable. You should have an attorney review the will to make that determination.
Answered on 9/19/07, 7:47 pm