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Last Will and Testament Template - Wisconsin
A Wisconsin Last Will and Testament is a legal form used for the purposes of distributing an individual's property upon their death to the selected beneficiaries. The Last Will has several main purposes and allows the individual making the will - otherwise known as the Testator - to do the following:
- Decide who gets their property;
- Decide who will manage their estate;
- Decide who will take care of any minor children, dependents or pets;
- Minimize probate and estate taxes;
- Avoid a lengthy probate process;
- Make gifts and donations;
- Set up a family trust.
The Wisconsin Last Will is regulated by Section 851.31, Chapter 853 ( Wills ) makes provisions for the document to be signed by the Testator and two (2) witnesses. Click on the link below to download a ready-made form or use our online form builder to make your personalized template.
What Is a Last Will and Testament in Wisconsin?
A Last Will and Testament is a legal document that is written by a Testator to ensure that their estate will be distributed according to their wishes after their death. A Testator has to comply with certain requirements in order to be able to create a will.
- Age. A person must be over the age of 18 or an emancipated minor to legally be able to make a will.
- Testamentary capacity. A Testator must be of sound mind when composing their will. Having testamentary capacity means that the Testator has an understanding of what they are signing and are aware of the general nature and amount of property they own.
- Witnesses. All Last Wills must be signed and certified by a notary. Most states also require a legal will to be witnessed by least two people present during the signing of the document.
How to Write a Last Will and Testament in Wisconsin?
A Last Will and Testament in Wisconsin is usually made up of instructions regarding:
- Burial requests;
- Debts and expenses;
- Personal property;
- Cash, bank accounts, investments;
- Digital assets.
Not all assets the Testator owns can be distributed according to their will. The only property the Testator may bequeath is solely-owned property titled at their name at the time of death. Any property owned by the Testator's spouse or partner will also not be affected by the provisions of a will.
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