Last Will and Testament of [Your Full Legal Name]

I, [Your Full Legal Name], residing at [Address], being of sound mind, declare this to be my Last Will and Testament, revoking all prior wills and codicils.

1. Executor

I appoint [Executor Name] as Executor of this Will. If they are unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternate Executor Name] as alternate.

2. Guardian (if applicable)

If I have minor children at the time of my death, I appoint [Guardian Name] as their guardian.

3. Distribution of Property

I direct my Executor to distribute my property as follows:

• To [Beneficiary Name]: [Specific item or % of estate]
• To [Beneficiary Name]: [Specific item or % of estate]
• Remainder of my estate to: [Beneficiary Name(s)]

4. Specific Bequests

[Any specific items you want to go to a specific person — e.g. "my [item] to [Name]."]

5. Residuary Clause

Any property not otherwise specifically disposed of above shall go to: [Name(s)/entity].

6. Debts and Expenses

I direct my Executor to pay my just debts, funeral expenses, and estate administration costs from my estate before distribution.

Signed: ______________________ Date: ____________ [Your Full Legal Name]

Witnesses (most states require at least 2 witnesses who are not beneficiaries, signing in your presence): Witness 1: ______________________ Date: ____________ Witness 2: ______________________ Date: ____________

*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is NOT a substitute for legal advice. Wills have strict, state-specific execution requirements (number of witnesses, notarization/self-proving affidavits, holographic will rules) — an improperly executed will can be thrown out entirely. For anything beyond the simplest estate, or if you have minor children, significant assets, or a blended family, use a licensed estate attorney.*