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It is not necessary that you have an attorney draw up your Living Will ("will"). Kentucky law (KRS 311.625) specifies the form you should fill out. You should speak with an attorney if you make changes to the Living Will form.

Once you have filled out the Living Will and either signed it in the presence of witnesses or in the presence of a notary public, give a copy to your personal physician and any contacts you have listed in the Living Will. A copy of any Living Will should be put in your medical records.

Once you have filled out the Living Will and either signed it in the presence of witnesses or in the presence of a notary public, give a copy to your personal physician and any contacts you have listed in the Living Will. A copy of any Living Will should be put in your medical records.

You must sign your will in the presence of two witnesses, and your witnesses must also sign the will. You do not need an attorney to make the will for you, however, an attorney can verify that your will is in fact valid, so that any potential dispute over your will regarding its legal validity will stand up in court.

Cost of a Living Will The cost of creating a living will in Kentucky can vary depending on the approach you choose. If you engage an attorney, costs can range from $200 to $500, depending on the complexity of your situation and the attorney's fees. However, there are more cost-effective options available.

In Kentucky you can write a will in your own handwriting. This type of will is known as a holographic will. If you make this kind of will, the entire will needs to be handwritten by you. It must be signed and dated by you as well.