Last Will and Testament for Texas
I, [Your Full Name], residing at [Your Address], in the county of [County Name], State of Texas, declare this to be my Last Will and Testament. I revoke all preceding wills and codicils.
This document is executed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas.
Article I: Personal Information
I am of sound mind and at least eighteen (18) years of age. This will reflects my wishes for the distribution of my estate upon my death.
Article II: Appointment of Executor
I hereby appoint [Executor’s Full Name], residing at [Executor’s Address], as the Executor of my estate. If [Executor’s Full Name] is unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternate Executor’s Full Name], residing at [Alternate Executor’s Address], as the alternate Executor.
Article III: Bequests
I give, devise, and bequeath my estate as follows:
- To [Beneficiary’s Full Name], I bequeath [Item/Amount].
- To [Beneficiary’s Full Name], I bequeath [Item/Amount].
- To [Beneficiary’s Full Name], I bequeath [Item/Amount].
Article IV: Residuary Clause
All the remaining property not specifically mentioned shall be distributed to [Residuary Beneficiary’s Full Name].
Article V: Guardian for Minor Children
If I have minor children at the time of my death, I appoint [Guardian’s Full Name] as the guardian of my minor children. Should [Guardian’s Full Name] be unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternate Guardian’s Full Name].
Article VI: Additional Provisions
I may revise this Will as my circumstances and wishes change. Any alterations must adhere to the laws of the State of Texas.
Signature
In witness whereof, I have hereunto subscribed my name this [Day] of [Month], [Year].
____________________
Signature: [Your Full Name]
Witnesses
This will was signed in our presence by the above-named testator, who at that time appeared to be of sound mind and body.
- ____________________
Signature of Witness 1: [Witness 1 Name]
- Date: [Date]
- ____________________
Signature of Witness 2: [Witness 2 Name]
- Date: [Date]
This Will may be witnessed by any individuals who are over the age of 14 and of sound mind, and who do not stand to benefit from its provisions.