In this age of \u201cDIY\u2014Do It Yourself\u201d and the plethora of information available on the internet, or for that matter in the aisle at your local office supply store, it is tempting to use these resources to draft a \u201csimple will\u201d for yourself, rather than go to an attorney.\u00a0 However, as a recent Florida case demonstrates, there is no such thing as a \u201csimple will\u201d, and unfortunately, you sometimes get what you pay for.<\/p>\n
A Florida woman used an \u201cE-Z Legal Form\u201d to draft her own will.\u00a0 She unknowingly did not include a critical provision, and her estate, after lengthy and expensive litigation, did not go to her intended beneficiary.<\/p>\n
\u201cDIY\u201d Wills can fail for other reasons, too.\u00a0 A property drafted Will must not only include the testator\u2019s wishes as to how property should be distributed at death, but must be executed in a manner that complies with state law.\u00a0 If the formalities are not followed, the testator\u2019s wishes may not be followed either. \u00a0The importance of reviewing such critical decisions with an experienced professional cannot be understated.<\/p>\n
In order to assure that the disposition of your assets is done according to your wishes, consult with an experienced probate attorney. \u00a0 Any of our knowledgeable attorneys would be happy to assist in this regard.<\/p>\n
The complete case can be found at the following link:<\/p>\n