Holographic Wills in Massachusetts
Is a Handwritten Will Valid in Massachusetts? |
A "holographic will" is a will written in your own hand and signed by you. Some states recognize holographic wills and allow them to be used in place of a more formal will.
Most people think about a handwritten will if they need something last minute- suddenly they are going on a trip and want to make sure they have something in place, or maybe something like the COVID-19 pandemic is occurring. What you need to know is that Massachusetts courts will not recognize a will that does not meet the signing and witness requirements of the probate laws. If you have to do it yourself in a pinch, it is important that you know these requirements. But you should also know that there are other ways to get a basic estate plan in place, even in the midst of a pandemic. |
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