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No, you are not required to use a lawyer to make a Will in Mississippi. There are some situations, like a complex estate or difficult family relationships, where it may be beneficial to consult a lawyer.

Legal Requirements for a Valid Will Sign the will or have another person sign it at his or her direction and in his or her presence. If not completely written by the testator, there must be two or more credible witnesses who attest to the will in the testator's presence.

If the estate includes real estate, probate is typically required. The one exception applies to real estate property with a named heir in the will and less than $10,000 in personal assets. This process is called the muniment of title and avoids some aspects of a formal probate.

Yes, a will must be entered into the court records when a person dies. The court is responsible to ensure the wishes of the decedent as expressed in the will are followed. This is the first step in the probate process, but it's necessary even if probate isn't required.

Steps to Create a Will in Mississippi Decide what property to include in your will. Decide who will inherit your property. Choose an executor to handle your estate. Choose a guardian for your children. Choose someone to manage children's property. Make your will. Sign your will in front of witnesses.

Wills in Mississippi don't need to be notarized to be valid, but notarization can make the probate process smoother. That's because, when a will is notarized, it means the probate court doesn't have to summon the witnesses to make sure the will is legally binding.