Free Massachusetts Last Will and Testament Template
Massachusetts Last Will and Testament
I. Declaration
I, [Your Name], hereby declare that this is my Last Will and Testament and that I revoke, cancel, and annul all wills and codicils previously made by me either jointly or severally. I declare that I am of legal age to make this will and am sound in mind and memory.
II. Family Details
I am married to [Spouse's Name] and have the following children:
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[Child's Name], born on [Date of Birth]
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[Child's Name], born on [Date of Birth]
III. Appointment of Executor
I at this moment nominate, constitute, and appoint [Executor's Name] as the Executor of this Will. If this Executor is unable or unwilling to serve, I hereby appoint [Alternate Executor's Name] as the alternate Executor.
IV. Appointment of Guardians
In the event of my death, I appoint [Guardian's Name] as guardian of my minor children, [Child's Name] and [Child's Name]. If [Guardian's Name] is unable or unwilling to act as guardian, I appoint [Alternate Guardian's Name] as alternate guardian.
V. Disposition of Property
I at this moment bequeath the remainder of my estate as follows:
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50% to my spouse [Spouse's Name].
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25% to [Child's Name].
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25% to [Child's Name].
VI. Miscellaneous
The first responsibilities my estate shall hold after my death, are covering all the financial obligations I may have left behind, known as my just debts. My estate shall also ensure to fully take care of any costs associated with my burial or cremation, recognized as my funeral expenses. Finally, the financial burden of any medical or care fees from my final illness or moments of life, are to be taken care of by my estate.
VII. Signatures
This Will was signed and declared by [Your Name], the Testator, as the Testator's Last Will and Testament, in the presence of us, who in his/her presence and at his/her request, and in the presence of each other, have subscribed our names as witnesses.
Testator
Name: [Your Name]
Address: [Your Address]
Witness 1
Name: [Witness 1 Name]
Address: [Witness 1 Address]
Witness 2
Name: [Witness 2 Name]
Address: [Witness 2 Address]
VIII. Affirmation
I, [Your Name], hereby declare that I understand the contents of this will and that I have made these dispositions freely and without any coercion. This document reflects my desire for the distribution of my estate after my passing.
IX. Notary
State of Massachusetts, ss:
On this [Date], before me, [Notary's Name], a notary public in and for the said state, personally appeared [Your Name], known to me to be the person described in and who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged that he/she executed the same as his/her free act and deed.
Notary Public: [Notary's Name]
My Commission Expires: [Expiration Date]
