For a simple will for a resident of Florida, do you need a lawyer or can a notary stamp your requests?
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For a simple will for a resident of Florida, do you need a lawyer or can a notary stamp your requests?
If the Florida resident is residing in Massachusetts presently, can a simple will be notorized here?
Asked on June 15, 2009 under Estate Planning, Massachusetts
Answers:
J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
I am a lawyer in CT. A will can be executed in any state. You generally need a witness. you also need to sign the will in front of the witness. Some states require 2 witnesses for valid execution. You need to find out if that is the case in FL- i believe it is.... I suggest hiring a lawyer to draft the will to make sure that the document reflects its true intent. Wills do not cost that much to have done, especially a simple will.
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