Protect Your Legacy with a Clear, Legally Binding Document
A will is one of the most important legal documents you can prepare to ensure your wishes are honored after your passing. At Williams Law, we help clients in Florida draft clear, comprehensive wills tailored to their individual needs, giving you peace of mind and protecting your family’s future.
What Is a Will?
A will is a legal document that outlines how your assets—such as property, money, and personal belongings—should be distributed after your death. It can also name guardians for minor children and specify your final wishes regarding funeral arrangements.
Without a valid will, your estate will be distributed according to Florida’s intestacy laws, which may not align with your preferences. This can lead to family disputes and delays in asset distribution.
Why Do You Need a Will?
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Control Over Asset Distribution: Specify exactly who receives what to avoid confusion or conflict.
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Name Guardians for Minor Children: Ensure your children are cared for by trusted individuals.
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Reduce Family Disputes: A clear will minimizes disagreements among heirs.
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Simplify Probate: A properly drafted will can make the probate process smoother and faster.
Legal Requirements for a Valid Will in Florida
To be legally valid in Florida, a will must:
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Be in writing (handwritten, typed, or printed)
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Be signed by the testator (the person making the will) or by another person at their direction and in their presence
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Be signed by at least two witnesses who sign in the presence of the testator
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Clearly express the testator’s intentions
For more detailed information, visit the Florida Bar’s page on wills.
Types of Wills
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Simple Will: Specifies asset distribution and guardianship.
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Testamentary Trust Will: Creates trusts within the will for managing assets after death.
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Pour-Over Will: Works with a living trust, directing assets into the trust upon death.
How Casey Williams Can Help
Our experienced estate planning attorneys guide you through every step of creating a will, including:
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Discussing your goals and family situation
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Drafting a legally sound will customized to your wishes
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Explaining Florida’s probate process and how your will fits in
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Advising on related estate planning tools such as trusts and powers of attorney
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Updating your will as your circumstances change
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Contact Casey Williams
Don’t leave your legacy to chance. Contact Williams Law today to schedule a consultation and ensure your final wishes are clearly documented and legally protected.
