A will is a legal document that outlines how a person's assets and estate should be distributed after their death. It allows individuals to specify their wishes regarding the division of their property, guardianship of dependents, and other important matters.

Key Components of a Will

• Testator: The person who creates the will. They must be of legal age and sound mind to make decisions.
• Beneficiaries: Individuals or organizations that will receive assets from the estate.
• Executor: The person appointed to manage the estate, ensure the will is executed according to the testator's wishes, and handle any legal or financial matters.
• Guardianship: Provisions for the care of minor children or dependents.
• Assets: Details on how the testator’s property, finances, and personal belongings should be distributed.
• Witnesses: Individuals who sign the will to confirm that the testator was of sound mind and acting voluntarily.