Will Preparation in Lewisville, Texas

Find the right Will Preparation attorney in Lewisville, TX

In Lewisville, Texas there are several problems that can rear their heads, derailing the process of drafting or executing a will. Typical examples include ambiguities in the language of the will, leading to conflicts and challenges. Most of these issues can be staved off through quality drafting.

If your estate doesn't include a lot of money and property, and you only want to leave your assets to a few people, making a will can be pretty simple.

However, even with "simple" wills, there are a few prevalent stumbling blocks that frequently make things far more difficult down the road. Fortunately with proper will preparation, most of them are easy to avoid, with the help of a good attorney in Lewisville, Texas.

With most wills, certain formalities have to be followed in the drafting process or will preparation, or else the will might not be valid. In general, these formalities exist with the goal of making fraud more difficult. The requirements for a will to be valid are pretty simple, but it's still possible to make mistakes in attempting to follow them. Most vitally, you should know that a will must contain a provision stating that the person making it is of sound mind, and truly intends the document to be a will. Additionally, the laws of most states require that wills be witnessed and signed by at least 2 neutral parties.

Holographic Wills in Lewisville, Texas

In some states, "holographic wills" are valid. A holographic will is written by hand, in the testator's own handwriting. Such will do not need to have any witnesses to be valid.

Holographic wills are normally construed very broadly. Knowing that it was not written by an expert, a court will typically look at the common definition of words, and use other common-sense principles when it comes to interpreting a holographic will. This is necessary to avoid conflicts, and increase the chances that the testator's wishes are honored.

You should know that not all states recognize holographic wills. Of course, you could still handwrite your will if you desire; but to be valid, it would have to be accompanied by all of the formalities (witnesses being the big one) of any other will.

Making a holographic will is rarely the ideal option. But it's sometimes the only option. If you find yourself suddenly needing to make a will, a holographic will is certainly an option, if they're recognized in your state. If possible, though, you should still speak with an attorney, who can review your holographic will and suggest any fixes that will make it easier to meet your goals.

How Can A Lewisville, Texas Lawyer Help?

Because of the formalities that must accompany most wills, it might be advisable to have a Lewisville, Texas attorney help you draft it.

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Life in Lewisville

Lewisville, Texas is a medium-sized city in Denton County, and it is part of the greater Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan area.

At the 2000 Census, the population of Lewisville was estimated to be 77,000. However, current estimates place the population at over 100,000 people, making it one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.

Lewisville, Texas was incorporated in 1925, making it one of the oldest incorporated cities in the Dallas area. In its early history, growth was very slow, with the economy largely depending on relatively small-scale agricultural operations. After the construction of the Lewisville Dam, creating a large reservoir in the area, growth began to accelerate.

In the mid-1960s, Lewisville became one of the first cities in Texas to racially integrate its public schools.

When the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport opened in 1973, the population of Lewisville and other nearby towns exploded, partially attributed to the thousands of jobs the airport brought to the area.

Thanks to its rapid growth, and proximity to one of the country's major metropolitan centers, the legal community of Lewisville, Texas is highly diverse and well-developed. From large, national law firms, to small firms and solo practices, chances are good that you can find a Lewisville, Texas lawyer who is the right match for you.

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