Video Summary
What is a holographic Will? A holographic Will is whenever someone writes it out in their own handwriting, as we say cursive. I guess if they printed it, it would be the same thing. Florida Will recognize a holographic Will provided. It has the same as executed in the presence of two witnesses, which were present whenever the testator signed it and the testator was in their presence. There are some states where they make an exception for holographic Wills and accept them in the probate even if they’re not executed with the same formality as what is required by the state law. But Florida is not one of those states and for the Will to be effective here in Florida as a valid Will, it must be signed in the presence of two witnesses and the testator. So that’s a holographic Will. I suggest you spend a little bit of money with the attorney, but if not, we’ll be sure it’s signed in the presence of two witnesses. If you have any questions, give me a call at (727) 847-2288.