Question:
Does anyone know where I can download a legal will?

Can anyone point me to a website that has a free template for a last will and testament? Or maybe someone has one they might be willing to share? Lawyers are expensive and I figure there must be something out there somewhere. Thanks so much!    — Paula A. (posted on November 26, 2002)

November 26, 2002
For about $40.00 here is the web site to do your own will. http://www.wills.com/index.htm
   — babrewer

November 26, 2002
You can buy Wills and also Power of Atty at any office supply store. I just bought some at Office Depot for $3.00'ish and you get like 4 blank copies. Just be sure to get them notarized!
   — K S.

November 26, 2002
thewillexpert.com....it was like $20 I think.
   — thekatinthehat

November 26, 2002
I hate to sound like a walking ad; but as an attorney, I can tell you that you need to be careful with form wills. Some are perfectly fine; but the problem with wills is that the requirements for each state vary quite a bit. For instance, some allow handwritten wills, some do not. The number of witnesses you need also varies; as well as who can be your witnesses. Most importantly, the rules regarding guardians for your children are different in every state. If all you need is a Will "just in case" before surgery, it's probably fine, since you're so unlikely to really need it; but I wouldn't depend on it for life. Most lawyers I know charge about $150 for a simple will. In the scheme of things, that's not such a huge deal, especially when it's something as important as the welfare of your kids.
   — AmyL

November 26, 2002
Hi Amy, www.urgentbusinessforms.com has every and any kind of legal form you might need for a very small fee. For example, a Living Will form(accepted by your state) charges only $6.99. As soon as you pay for the form online, it is downloaded to you.
   — Nancy B.

November 26, 2002
Since you seem to be computer savvy, you may want to invest in "Family Lawyer 2003" this is a great program, very easy to use and worth the investment. I have used it for several things from letters to my childs school to wills and estate planning. It has everything and it can be ordered online at www.broderbund.com.
   — Christine J.