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You do not need a lawyer to draft your will, but it is a good idea to have a lawyer do it. While there are many forms available on the internet, they are not all valid or good. Many are not written with Vermont laws in mind.

Here's a partial list of assets that may avoid the probate process: Property held in a trust3 Jointly held property (but not common property) Death benefits from insurance policies (unless payable to the estate)4 Property given away before you die. Assets in a pay-on-death account.

Yes, you can make a will online in Vermont. Any person who is at least 18 years old (or an emancipated minor) and who is of sound mind can make a will in Vermont. To make a will online, use an online will making service.

If you disagree with the validity of a will, you should seek legal advice. If you are in possession of a more recent will, you should present it to the probate division. A will contest can be complex and technical litigation. A lawyer can tell you about your rights and your best course of action.

Your valid will must be in writing and signed at the end by the testator (you) and by the two (2) witnesses. If the testator cannot physically sign his or her name, he may direct another party to do so. This party may not be one of the witnesses. Each witness must sign the will in the testator's presence.

No, in Vermont, you do not need to notarize your will to make it legal. However, Vermont allows you to make your will "self-proving" and you'll need to go to a notary if you want to do that. A self-proving will speeds up probate because the court can accept the will without contacting the witnesses who signed it.