Do You Need a Lawyer to Make a Will?
Video: Do You Need a Lawyer to Make a Will? – Watch this 30-second explainer. (Share this message)
These short videos are part of a 21-part series created to help you plan ahead, protect your family, support meaningful causes, and stay in control of your legacy. Transcript available below.
Do you need a lawyer to make a will? Short answer: No. Not for a basic will.
In most states, you can create a valid will on your own — as long as it meets a few legal basics.
Sign it. Get two witnesses. Follow your state’s rules. That’s it.
You don’t need a law degree. You just need the right tool.
Our free online will planner knows every state’s requirements. It walks you through each step, asks the right questions, and creates a will that actually holds up in court.
Got a complex estate? Multiple properties? Sure — see a lawyer.
But for most people? A simple will is all you need.
No lawyer? No problem. Start your will today — for free.
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These videos are designed to spark awareness and action. They are not legal advice or comprehensive estate planning guides. For detailed planning, consult a qualified advisor or attorney.
