What is the process of creating a Will?
The Testator must sign the Will in the presence of 2 witnesses who will also sign it as confirmation that they witnessed the initial signature. It does not need to be filed with a court or be printed in any specific form. Witnesses must be over the age of 18, have the mental capacity to know that they are acting as witnesses, and be competent to confirm that they were a witness to the signing of the Will. After signing the Will, it should be placed in a safe place known to others. You can make photocopies of the Will and make them available to people in your Will. However, be cautious when making copies due to the likelihood of having to amend your Will at some point during your lifetime. Photocopying could cause disagreement or complications if the copies have not been replaced with the updated Will. It is wise to update or change your Will periodically if your family situation or financial position changes.
