Estate & Family
Simple Will Generator — a clear first draft for straightforward estates.
Name your executor, your beneficiaries, and a guardian for minor children in a clean, well-organized will draft — ready to review, sign, and witness under your state's rules.
- ✓Covers executor, beneficiaries, guardianship, and specific gifts
- ✓Witness signature blocks included, with clear execution guidance
- ✓Instant PDF download — review, print, and sign with witnesses
- ✓One-time payment. No account, no subscription.
- ✓Complex estate? Blended family? Talk to an estate attorney instead.
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How it works
- 1. Answer a short form. Quick steps — the exact details your document needs.
- 2. Review your document. Generated free — you see the full preview before paying.
- 3. Unlock your PDF. One-time payment via Stripe. Professionally formatted, ready to submit.
Free sample
This is the structure and tone every generated document follows — written from your details, not a fill-in-the-blanks template.
LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF [TESTATOR FULL LEGAL NAME] I, [Testator full legal name], of [address, city, state], being of sound mind and memory, declare this to be my Last Will and Testament. ARTICLE I — DECLARATION I declare this to be my last will and testament, and I revoke all wills and codicils I have previously made. ARTICLE II — FAMILY IDENTIFICATION I am married to [Spouse full name]. References in this will to my spouse are to [Spouse full name]. I have two children: [Child 1 name] and [Child 2 name]. ARTICLE III — APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR I appoint my spouse, [Spouse full name], as Executor of this will. If my spouse is unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint my sister, [Alternate executor name], as alternate Executor. My Executor shall have all powers customarily granted to executors to collect, manage, and distribute my estate and to pay my just debts and expenses. ARTICLE IV — APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN If at my death any of my children are minors, I appoint my sister, [Guardian name], as guardian of their persons and property. If she is unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternate guardian name] as alternate guardian. ARTICLE V — SPECIFIC GIFTS I give my residence at [property address] to my spouse, [Spouse full name]. I give my savings account at [bank name] to my daughter, [Child 1 name]. I give my [vehicle description] to my son, [Child 2 name]. I give my grandmother's pearl necklace to my niece, [Niece name]. ARTICLE VI — RESIDUARY ESTATE I give the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate to my spouse, [Spouse full name]. If my spouse does not survive me, I give my residuary estate to my children in equal shares. ARTICLE VII — FUNERAL WISHES It is my wish, and not a binding directive, that I be cremated and that a small memorial service be held for my family and close friends. ARTICLE VIII — GENERAL PROVISIONS If any beneficiary does not survive me, that beneficiary's gift shall pass as part of my residuary estate unless this will provides otherwise. If any provision of this will is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect. ARTICLE IX — EXECUTION AND ATTESTATION To be effective, this will must be signed by me in the presence of witnesses in accordance with the laws of my state. Most US states commonly require two adult, disinterested witnesses, and some require or benefit from notarization or a self-proving affidavit — verify your state's rules before signing. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I sign this will on the date below. THE TESTATOR Signature: _______________________ Name: [Testator full legal name] Date: _______________________ WITNESS 1 The testator signed this will in my presence, and I believe the testator to be of sound mind and acting freely. Signature: _______________________ Name and address: [Witness full name and address] Date: _______________________ WITNESS 2 The testator signed this will in my presence, and I believe the testator to be of sound mind and acting freely. Signature: _______________________ Name and address: [Witness full name and address] Date: _______________________
Frequently asked questions
- Is a will made with this generator legally valid?
- A will becomes legally valid through proper execution — signing it in accordance with your state's law, which commonly means signing in the presence of two adult, disinterested witnesses. This generator produces the document; you must then execute it correctly for it to take effect. For anything beyond a straightforward estate, have an estate attorney review or prepare your will.
- Do I need a notary for my will?
- In most US states a will does not need to be notarized to be valid — witnesses are what matter — but many states allow a notarized self-proving affidavit that makes the will easier to admit to probate, and a few jurisdictions have their own requirements. Notarization and witness rules vary, so verify your state's rules before signing.
- When should I NOT use a simple will?
- A simple will suits straightforward situations: modest estate, clear beneficiaries, no unusual circumstances. See an estate attorney instead if you have a blended family, a large or complex estate, plans to disinherit a spouse or child, business ownership, beneficiaries with special needs, or estate-tax planning concerns. In those situations, professional advice is worth far more than the document.
- How do I update my will later?
- The cleanest way to update a will is to make a new one — the new will's declaration article revokes all prior wills, so the latest properly executed will controls. Minor changes can sometimes be made by a codicil, but a fresh will avoids confusion. After major life events — marriage, divorce, a new child, a significant purchase — review your will and make a new one if needed.
- Where should I keep my signed will?
- Keep the signed original somewhere safe and accessible: a fireproof box at home, a safe deposit box your executor can access, or with your attorney. Tell your executor exactly where it is — a will nobody can find at the relevant moment is as good as no will. Keep a copy for reference, but the original signed document is what the probate court will want.
- Is this legal advice?
- No. This is not legal advice. DulyDrafted is not a law firm. This tool produces a professional first draft that you should review carefully before signing. For anything beyond a straightforward situation, consult a licensed attorney in your state.