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Publication date: 19.07.2025
Reading time: 6 minutes
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Stage Term (days) Cost
  • 1
    Initial Consultation
    1 $363.00
    • Meeting with the client to discuss their wishes regarding asset distribution.
    • Gathering information about the client’s property, heirs, financial assets, and family circumstances.
    • Explaining the process of drafting a will and legal requirements.
    • Providing recommendations on including additional documents (e.g., power of attorney or healthcare directives).
  • 2
    Data Collection and Analysis
    14 $605.00
    • Requesting documents related to the client’s assets (real estate, bank accounts, investments).
    • Assessing the complexity of the estate, such as the presence of a business or property in multiple states.
    • Identifying potential heirs and their rights.
    • Determining special wishes, such as appointing guardians for children or pets.
  • 3
    Drafting the Will
    14 $1,210.00
    • Preparing a preliminary draft of the will based on collected information.
    • Including provisions for asset distribution, executor appointment, and guardians.
    • Adding instructions for funeral wishes or charitable contributions (if requested).
    • Coordinating with the client to clarify document details.
  • 4
    Review and Editing
    9 $605.00
    • Providing the draft will to the client for review.
    • Making revisions based on the client’s feedback.
    • Checking the document for compliance with state regulations.
    • Consulting with the client for final approval of the text.
  • 5
    Finalization and Signing
    3 $363.00
    • Preparing the final version of the will.
    • Arranging for the document to be signed in the presence of two witnesses or a notary.
    • Providing instructions to the client on storing the will and sharing it with the executor.
    • Delivering an electronic or physical copy of the document.
  • 6
    Additional Consultations if needed
    21 $1,210.00
    • Offering advice on updating the will after major life events (marriage, divorce, birth of children).
    • Assisting with creating related documents, such as a power of attorney or healthcare directive.
    • Consulting on avoiding probate processes.
In general
62 $4,356.00

Drafting a will

 

Drafting a will (Last Will and Testament) is an important step in estate planning that allows you to clearly define how your assets will be distributed after your death. The Consultant legal marketplace offers professional will drafting services tailored to the laws of each US state. Our services provide simplicity, affordability, and legal reliability so that you can be confident in protecting your loved ones and your property.

 

Professional will drafting — who needs it

 

A Last Will and Testament is an official document in which you determine:

  • who will inherit your property;
  • who will be the guardian of your children (if they are minors);
  • who will be the executor of your will.

Even if you don't have a lot of assets, getting your will done right:

  • prevents conflicts between heirs;
  • speeds up the probate process (court transfer of property);
  • lets you carry out your wishes, even when you're gone.

Consultant marketplace lawyers will help you develop a personalized, legally protected document that will be valid in any US state.

 

Legal requirements for a valid will in the US: what to consider

 

In order for a will to be recognized as valid by a court, you must:

  1. Be of legal age (18+);
  2. Be of sound mind when signing the document;
  3. Sign the document yourself;
  4. Have at least two witnesses to confirm the signature.

In addition, lawyers advise drawing up a “self-proving affidavit” — a document that allows you to avoid calling witnesses to court after death, which greatly simplifies the procedure.

 

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A will does not cover everything! Not all assets are transferred through a will — some are transferred automatically under a contract or joint ownership rights. Therefore, legal planning should be comprehensive and not limited to just one document. A lawyer will help you take this into account in the structure of your estate.

 

Stages of drawing up a will with a lawyer

 

  1. Initial legal consultation.
  2. Analysis of the structure of your property, marital status, and special wishes.
  3. Preparation of an individual draft will.
  4. Coordination, editing, verification.
  5. Notarization and execution of a self-proving affidavit.
  6. Storage of a copy of the will and instructions for the executor.

 

What to pay attention to

 

Before drawing up a will, it is important to consider several key aspects to ensure that your document is legally valid and meets your wishes:

  • Compliance with state law: Each US state has its own requirements for wills, including witness signatures and notarization. Make sure your document complies with these regulations.
  • Updating your will: Life changes such as marriage, divorce, or the birth of children require a review of your will. Regularly updating the document ensures that your wishes remain current.
  • Appointing an executor: Choose a trustworthy person to be responsible for executing your will. This could be a family member or a lawyer.
  • Storing the document: Keep your will in a safe place and let your executor or loved ones know where to find it.

 

Conclusion

Creating a will is an act of care for your loved ones. It not only ensures the legal transfer of property but also helps avoid painful disputes among relatives. The legal marketplace “Consultant” guarantees that your will is drafted professionally, individually, and in compliance with U.S. legislation.

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