Will Preparation in Hialeah, Florida

Find the right Will Preparation attorney in Hialeah, FL

In Hialeah, Florida, many of the dilemmas that sometimes come with a will, such as would-be beneficiaries challenging its validity, or devises which don't make it clear who gets what (resulting in costly and time-consuming litigation) can be avoided if the will is well-drafted in the first place.

Usually, the larger your estate, and the more separate devises you want to make, the more complex the process of drafting your will is going to be. For most people, however, the process can be fairly simple.

But even with "simple" wills, some easily-avoidable problems come up more frequently than they need to. A knowledgeable Hialeah, Florida attorney can help you avoid these problems with careful will preparation.

A substantial percentage of the problems that prevent wills from taking effect are caused by failing to follow the required formalities in will preparation. In most states, wills need to be witnessed and signed by at least two people who have no direct interest in the matter. They also have to include a clear written statement that the document is, in fact, the testator's will. It also has to be witnessed by at least two people. Witnesses cannot be anyone who has a direct interest in the will, which includes close relatives of the testator and anyone who's named in the will.

Holographic Wills in Hialeah, Florida

In some states, you can make what is identified as a "holographic will." This is simply a will which is handwritten, in the testator's own handwriting. They do not need to be witnessed in order to be valid.

A holographic will, where they are permitted, will usually be interpreted liberally, to give effect to the testator's intent if at all possible.

You should, however, know that not all states permit holographic wills. In such states, you can still hand write your will if you want, but all the formalities, such as witnesses, must be present.

If they are permitted in your states, a holographic will can be a good option, in some cases. If you do not have a considerable amount of money and property that you want to pass on, and your devises are going to be very simple (regular gifts to just a few people), a holographic will can suffice. However, you should seek the advice of a lawyer beforehand, and know that it is almost always a better option to have a will accompanied by all the required formalities.

How Can A Hialeah, Florida Lawyer Help?

Because of the formalities required in drafting wills, it's never a bad idea to have a knowledgeable Hialeah, Florida attorney help in making your will. Even if your will is quite simple, and you have all the formalities figured out, it's still easy to make mistakes without a good once-over by a professional.

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Life in Hialeah

Hialeah is a city in Miami-Dade County that is the sixth most populous in the State of Florida with 226,500 residents. Hialeah is incorporated into the Miami Metropolitan Area and is the most densely populated area in the United States without a skyscraper. The city pays host to some of the best shopping in Florida at the Westland Mall which is known to most locals as Westfield Westland and also features a number of popular eateries like Fuddrucker's, Chili's, Manchu Wok, and Edy's. Telmundo is also headquartered in Hialeah. So many businesses attract a number of experienced lawyers. Hialeah lawyers have experience with local courts and cases so they will often be best suited to advising cases in the area.  

Residents of Hialeah enjoy access to many great schools including elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, charter schools, private schools, community colleges, as well as private colleges and universities. The Hialeah Park Race Track offers slot machines and quarter horse races. There are also 3 tennis courts, 5 pools, lots of public parks, and a 10,000 seat football stadium. Hialeah offers a great location, amenities, and schools making it one of the most popular places in Florida to live. 

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