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There are several legal requirements when you make a will in Washington ? notarization isn't one of them. ?For a will to be legally binding in Washington, it needs to be: In writing. Created by a testator (the person making the will) who is of sound mind and at least 18 years old.

No, in Washington, you do not need to notarize your will to make it legal. However, Washington 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.

491, every will shall be in writing signed by the testator or by some other person under the testator's direction in the testator's presence or electronic presence, and shall be attested by two or more competent witnesses, by subscribing their names to the will, or by signing an affidavit that complies with RCW 11.20.

Will Preparation. A simple last will and testament in Washington State will generally be priced between $300 and $1,200. This document outlines how your assets should be distributed and who should care for any minor children. The cost varies depending on the attorney and the complexity of the will.

A will can be handwritten (known as a ?holographic will?) as long as it meets the requirements outlined above. Oral wills, also known as ?nuncupative wills,? are not valid in Washington, except under very specific circumstances for servicemembers of the Armed Forces or Merchant Marine.

Yes. You can make your own will in Washington State. You are not required to use an attorney to draft a will. However, because a will is a legal document, you want to create a will that the court will accept.