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§16-30-4. Executing a living will, medical power of attorney, or combined medical power of attorney and living will. (a) Any competent adult may execute at any time a living will, medical power of attorney, or combined medical power of attorney and living will.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Notarization is NOT required for a valid will in West Virginia. A ?Self-Proof Affidavit,? which is signed by the attesting witnesses, assists with probate and is usually used.

Making a Will in West Virginia Decide what property to include in your will. Decide who will inherit your property. Choose an executor to handle your estate. Choose a guardian for your children. Choose someone to manage children's property. Make your will. Sign your will in front of witnesses. Store your will safely.

No will shall be valid unless it be in writing and signed by the testator, or by some other person in his presence and by his direction, in such manner as to make it manifest that the name is intended as a signature; and moreover, unless it be wholly in the handwriting of the testator, the signature shall be made or ...

Can I write my own will? Yes. A will that you write yourself is called a holographic will. Holographic wills are not valid in every state, but they are valid in West Virginia, as long as they are written entirely in the author's handwriting.

STATUTORY FORM POWER OF ATTORNEY This power of attorney authorizes another person (your agent) to make decisions concerning your property for you (the principal). Your agent will be able to make decisions and act with respect to your property (including your money) whether or not you are able to act for yourself.