Lawyer Luciana GouvêaDisclosure
Published 04/30/2024 00:00
I want to make a will. What should I do and who should I look for?
Lawyer Luciana Gouvêa highlights the importance of planning the distribution of goods and assets after death. First of all, it is essential to consult a lawyer specialized in Inheritance Law to ensure an efficient and fair distribution of your assets. “The documentation required to make a living will is very simple, just present the ID of the testator and two witnesses. It is important to emphasize that witnesses cannot be relatives or beneficiaries”, she advises.
The testator and witnesses must appear at the registry office, where the will will be drawn up by the notary. In this process, all data is reviewed and checked in accordance with the requirements of the law.
After that, the notary reads all the provisions of the will out loud — just once — and then proceeds to collect the signatures of everyone involved. Finally, the living will is written. One copy is filed at the registry office, while the other is delivered to the testator.
Gouvêa points out that the presence of a lawyer is not mandatory to draw up a living will, but the lack of legal guidance can cause the document to be null and void. Therefore, it is recommended to enlist the help of a legal professional to ensure that the will not only reflects the will of the testator, but is also valid before the law.
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