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Signature: The will must be signed by the testator or by another person in the testator's name, under his direction and in his presence. Witnesses: At least two witnesses must sign an Alabama last will in order for it to be valid. Writing: An Alabama will must be written in order to be valid.

Alabama does not recognize oral (nuncupative) wills. Also, unlike some other states, Alabama does not permit handwritten and unwitnessed (holographic) wills; Alabama has made it a legal requirement that a will must be signed and witnessed by two people in order to be a valid will. Ala. Code § 43-8-131.

Yes. You can make your own will in Alabama. You are not required to use an attorney to draft your will. You can make your will if you know who you want to handle your estate, what assets you have, and who you wish to receive those assets.

If you die without a will your cousin and nephew will each receive one half of your estate. Your romantic partner receives nothing. Your church receives nothing. Or, even worse, if you die with no living relations in the above-described situation then the state of Alabama inherits your entire estate.

The cost of creating a will in Alabama can range from roughly $350 to $850. A Alabama trust typically costs anywhere between $1,200 and $2,950. At Snug, any member can create a Power of Attorney and Health Care Directive for free. A Will costs $195 and a Trust costs $500.

In Alabama, the following requirements must be met: The Will must be written. The Will must be signed by the maker. The Will must be witnessed by two people in the manner required by law.