Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Pennsylvania
Will forms
I was wondering if there is a will form that can be downloaded or anything specific that needs to be in a will according to the laws of Pa. I don't have much, but I would like to decide who gets what I have. Don't really have the money for an attorney. I have been separated from my husband for about 5 years, if I have a will or not, does he have any claim to my things(not paid for by him or community property)
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Will forms
Try a local legal stationer, they often have preprinted forms that contain basic provisions. Also, if you have access to a computer, there are will software programs available in office supply stores, at a relatively low price, that provide documents and questions to guide you through the process of creating a will.
If your resources qualify you for Community Legal Services, give the office in your county a call, or try your County bar association which may have a referral service to attorneys willing to provide services at a reduced or no fee.
If you are still legally married, your husband could make a claim against assets in your estate if you have no will.
It is wise to have a will, no matter how rich or poor you are. You should also have an Advance Health Care Directive, appointment of a surrogate to act on your behalf with respect to medical decisions and care, and a durable power of attorney that enables another person to act on your behalf if you are incapacitated. Many of those forms may be in the will software programs