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i'm trying to write a living will but i don't know where to go

2007-03-06 03:26:08 · 14 answers · asked by ltnmom07 1 in Family & Relationships Other - Family & Relationships

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I think you just write it, don't you??? Or do you have to go to a lawyer?

2007-03-06 03:28:17 · answer #1 · answered by Ema Nova 4 · 0 0

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2007-03-09 08:18:24 · answer #2 · answered by Gilbert Guide 2 · 0 0

You can buy some will help software that will guide you through the process. If your desires are simple and straightforward this will probably be your easiest option. If you don't want to go this route, go seek a lawyer, you don't want your will written in such a way that it's misinterpreted in a court.

2007-03-06 03:29:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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2016-10-17 10:34:35 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0 0

I work for an Attorney that does Wills and Trusts and Estate Planning, T19 Planning and Powers of Attorney's both Healthcare and Finacial. He is an Elder law attorney. Look in the phone book in your area and find an Estate Planning Attorney or Elder Law Attorney. If you email me, tell me where you are located, I could find one in your area. C ya

2007-03-06 03:36:38 · answer #5 · answered by Brooke's Mommy 3 · 0 0

try going to your local walmart or staples. They have a program called Quicken Willmaker. It will cost you anywhere from $30-$50. Make sure you have it all notarized in the end!

2007-03-06 04:40:33 · answer #6 · answered by helkadt 1 · 0 0

A layer is a good place to start.
make a list of all the things in your possession, and who it would go to in case of an unforeseen death !!!

making a will , especially at an early age shows a lot of maturity!!!

............And if you are RICH make a detailed list so your family doesn't "kill " each other over your materials!!!

2007-03-06 03:32:29 · answer #7 · answered by DOC Holliday 3 · 0 0

To a lawyer office in your town, or go on the web and ask questions. www.lawyers.com

2007-03-06 03:30:50 · answer #8 · answered by luckycharm 2 · 0 0

Go to a lawyer.

2007-03-09 19:50:54 · answer #9 · answered by kathyw 7 · 0 0

Lawyer would be a good place to go!!

2007-03-06 03:35:44 · answer #10 · answered by Very Sexy Vixen 3 · 0 0

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