Rhode Island Will
Rhode Island Will
I, [Your Name], a resident of the State of Rhode Island, being of sound mind and disposing memory, do hereby make, publish, and declare this document to be my Last Will and Testament, hereby revoking all prior wills and codicils made by me.
I. Executor
I appoint [Executor's Name], residing at [Executor's Address], as the executor of this Will. If [Executor's Name] is unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternative Executor's Name], residing at [Alternative Executor's Address], as the alternate executor.
II. Debts and Expenses
I direct my executor to pay all my just debts, funeral expenses, and expenses of administering my estate as soon as reasonably possible after my death.
III. Disposition of Property:
I give, devise, and bequeath all my property and estate, both real and personal, of whatsoever kind and wheresoever situated, to [Beneficiary's Name], residing at [Beneficiary's Address], to be distributed as follows:
a. [Specific Bequests]: List any specific bequests of property, such as real estate, vehicles, jewelry, or sentimental items.
b. [Residuary Estate]: I hereby direct that the remainder of my estate, not otherwise disposed of herein, shall be distributed equally among [List of Beneficiaries], residing at their respective addresses.
IV. Guardianship:
If I have minor children at the time of my death, I appoint [Guardian's Name], residing at [Guardian's Address], as the guardian of their persons and estates. If [Guardian's Name] is unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternative Guardian's Name], residing at [Alternative Guardian's Address], as the alternate guardian.
V. Powers of Executor:
I authorize my executor to:
a. Sell, convey, or lease any real or personal property belonging to my estate;
b. Invest any funds of my estate in such manner as deemed appropriate;
c. Settle and compromise any claims or disputes involving my estate;
d. Employ attorneys, accountants, or other professionals to assist in the administration of my estate.
VI. No Bond Required:
I expressly waive the requirement of bond for my executor and any guardian appointed herein.
VII. Governing Law:
I declare that this Will shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Rhode Island.
VIII. Witnesses:
In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and seal this [Date] day of [Month], [Year], at [Location].
Signed, sealed, published, and declared by the above-named [Your Name], as and for [his/her] Last Will and Testament, in the presence of us, who at [his/her] request and in [his/her] presence and in the presence of each other, have subscribed our names as witnesses hereto.
[Your Name]
[Date Signed]
Witness 1:
[Printed Name]
[Date Signed]
Witness 2:
[Printed Name]
[Date Signed]
