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Witnesses: An Alaska will must be signed by at least two credible witnesses, who should not also be beneficiaries in the will. Writing: An Alaska will must be in writing to be valid. Beneficiaries: A testator can leave property to any beneficiary.

Made by a person 18 years or older. Made by a person of sound mind. Signed by the person making the Will. Signed by two witnesses within a reasonable time after they watch the person sign the Will or after the person making the Will tells the witnesses that the signature on the Will belongs to him or her.

Although technically, you do not need to notarize your will to make it legally valid, it is suggested. To make a will ?self-proving? in Alaska, you must have it notarized (with your witnesses) to speed up the probate process since the court can accept the will without reaching out to the witnesses of choice.

A will does not need to be notarized in Alaska. However, it must be signed by the testator and witnessed by at least two individuals who are both present when the testator signs the will.

In Alaska, a handwritten Will, also called a holographic Will, can be valid and enforceable. The same rules apply to handwritten Wills as apply to typed Wills, except with respect to the witness requirement.

It is a good idea to see an estate planning lawyer to prepare Your Will. It is important to make sure that the Will is valid under Alaska law, accurately describes your wishes and does everything possible to benefit you.