Executor Change
A codicil naming a different executor, prepared from the person you choose.
Codicil Preparation in California
Written changes to an existing will, prepared from exactly what you want to change.
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Our Services
Codicil Changes We Prepare
Beneficiary Change
A codicil changing who receives a gift, written from the changes you specify.
Gift Changes
A codicil adding, removing, or changing specific gifts, prepared from your instructions.
Why Us
Small Changes to Your Will
A codicil changes only what you name and must be signed like a will. We write your specific changes into the document and return it for your review.
- Changes Come From You
- Scope and Fees Explained First
- Review Before Signing
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
A codicil is a document that changes part of an existing will. It must be signed the way a will is, so California's rules about writing, signature, and two witnesses present at the same time apply. We prepare it from the changes you specify.
People do prepare their own. Write Legal prepares documents at your specific direction and cannot give legal advice about whether a codicil or a new will fits your situation. You decide which to prepare.
California law does not require a notary for a will, and the same signing rules apply to a codicil. The signing needs two witnesses present at the same time.
We cannot advise on that. Some people direct us to prepare a codicil, and others a new will. If your changes are large or the will is old, you may want to ask an attorney which approach fits. We prepare what you direct.
We cannot advise on conflicts or interpretation. You review the finished codicil against your existing will before you sign.
Where We Work
Codicil Across California
Our Codicil service is available across California, with appointments at our Arroyo Grande and Lancaster offices and remote service statewide.
- Arroyo Grande, CA
- San Luis Obispo, CA
- Santa Maria, CA
- Lancaster, CA
- Palmdale, CA
- Ridgecrest, CA
- Grover Beach, CA
- Pismo Beach, CA
- Nipomo, CA
- Atascadero, CA
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Get in Touch
Request a Codicil Quote
Tell us what your current will says and what you want changed, and we will explain how we prepare it and the scope and fees.
- Will Changes Prepared
- Appointments in Arroyo Grande or Lancaster
- Fees Confirmed in Writing