Hawaii Last Will and Testament Template

What Is a Last Will and Testament?

Hawaii defines a will as ” includes codicil and any testamentary instrument that merely appoints an executor, revokes or revises another will, nominates a guardian, or expressly excludes or limits the right of an individual or class to succeed to property of the decedent passing by intestate succession” (§ 560:1-201)

Requirements

To execute a valid will, individuals must:

• Be mentally sound and at least eighteen (18) years of age. (§ 560:2-501)
• The will must be signed by two competent witnesses. (§ 560:2-502(a)(3))
• The will must be in writing. (§ 560:2-502(a)(1))

Filing

Hawaii does not require individuals to file their wills prior to death. However, probate courts may offer safekeeping services for a fee.

Sources

1. § 560:1-201
2. § 560:2-501
3. (§ 560:2-502(a)(3)
4. § 560:2-502(a)(1)