Help Possible to create a valid will as a young person without raising suspicion?

[pphinquiry]

I would like to establish a will with instructions both for what to do with possessions I leave behind plus instructions for cremation.

Specifically I want to make sure my abusive family doesn't benefit from my death.

Is there any way to do this as a person in my late 20s that won't raise suspicion?

 

[SVEN]

In the UK you could just go to any solicitor, no requirement to give reasons as to the disposition of any effects. As far as I know only a spouse has an automatic claim on part of your possessions. The will can be witnessed by staff at the office and the solicitor is bound by client confidentiality. Just leave particulars for after your death.

 

[pphinquiry]

In the UK you could just go to any solicitor, no requirement to give reasons as to the disposition of any effects. As far as I know only a spouse has an automatic claim on part of your possessions. The will can be witnessed by staff at the office and the solicitor is bound by client confidentiality. Just leave particulars for after your death.

I'm in the US

 

[SVEN]

I'm in the US

Sorry, not sure what your position would be there, however I'm pretty sure that any enquiry you made with an attorney would be covered by privilege.

 

[Letmedienow]

I would like to establish a will with instructions both for what to do with possessions I leave behind plus instructions for cremation.

Specifically I want to make sure my abusive family doesn't benefit from my death.

Is there any way to do this as a person in my late 20s that won't raise suspicion?

Why do you think this would be suspicious? It's recommended that anyone over 18 have a will. If you feel weird just say you read this article.

Should You Write a Will at a Young Age?

You can (and should) draft a will as soon as you become a legal adult. Read our blog where we discuss the life events that prompt drafting a will.

www.r-llaw.com

The person making the will won't think it's suspicious.

 

[Forever Sleep]

I doubt a solicitor would find it suspicious- they really only want your money. If they happen to ask though- you could fib and say you had a friend or family member die young and it made you realise it's wise to get your affairs in order. I think I was maybe 20 when I made my first will.

 

[pphinquiry]

Sorry, not sure what your position would be there, however I'm pretty sure that any enquiry you made with an attorney would be covered by privilege.

Good point!