Massachusetts Codicil to Will Template
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What's Included
Attorney-style Massachusetts Codicil to Last Will & Testament template. Formally amends an existing Massachusetts will to change beneficiaries, executor appointments, guardian designations, or specific bequests without executing an entirely new document. Drafted under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 190B, § 2-502 (same execution requirements as the original will). Includes original will identification by date and testator name, specific amendment articles (add/change/revoke bequests, change executor, change guardian), ratification of all unmodified provisions, Massachusetts two-witness attestation block, self-proving affidavit option, and notary acknowledgment. Covers spousal rights under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 190B, § 2-202 (elective share). Massachusetts adopted the Uniform Probate Code (MUPC). Self-proving affidavit under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 190B, § 2-504. Step-by-step execution instructions included. Instant .docx download.
Who This Is For
- Residents with straightforward estates
- Individuals who want a solid will without attorney fees
- Married couples (each spouse needs their own)
- Anyone ready to get their affairs in order
NOT Appropriate For
- Business owners with complex ownership interests
- Blended families with competing inheritance claims
- Property owners in multiple states
- Taxable estates (over federal exemption)
Legal Disclaimer
This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by purchase. Consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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