Will Preparation Services in Glendale
A well-prepared will ensures your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected with a price strating at $399. At We The People Glendale, we prepare clear, accurate wills that meet California’s legal requirements so your estate is managed exactly as you intend.
Who Needs a Will
You don’t need significant wealth to benefit from a will, you need people and property you care about. In Glendale and across California, a will is especially important if you:
Started a business or own property with a partner
Have a blended family and want to be specific about who receives what
Simply want to avoid California’s intestate succession rules deciding for you
Without a valid will, the state decides who inherits your property, not you.
Comprehensive Will Preparation Services
Our team assists individuals and families with preparing wills that provide clarity, prevent disputes, and ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. We handle every detail with care and professionalism.
We handle a full range of deed types, including Quitclaim Deeds, Interspousal Transfers, Trust Transfers, and Gift Deeds.
Last Will and Testament
We prepare detailed wills that identify beneficiaries, guardians, and executors, ensuring your instructions are followed precisely.
Pour-Over Wills
If you have a living trust, a pour-over will ensures that any remaining assets are properly transferred into your trust after your passing.
Will Amendments
We assist with adding codicils or preparing updated wills when your personal or financial circumstances change.
Advance Directives
We help include healthcare and end-of-life instructions that clearly communicate your medical care preferences.
California Will Requirements
A will is only valid in California if it meets specific legal requirements under the California Probate Code. Understanding these requirements is the first step to making sure your wishes are actually honored.
To be valid, a California will must be:
In writing
Signed by the testator (the person making the will)
Signed by two witnesses who are present at the same time and watch the testator sign or acknowledge the will
We handle a full range of deed types, including Quitclaim Deeds, Interspousal Transfers, Trust Transfers, and Gift Deeds.
Our Document Preparation Process
Initial Consultation
We discuss your goals, assets, and any special instructions you’d like included.
Information Collection
You provide details about beneficiaries, guardians, and your executor preferences.
Document Drafting
We prepare your will using clear language that reflects your wishes accurately.
Review and Notarization
We help ensure your will is properly signed and witnessed.
Get Help with Your Will Today
Ensure your loved ones are cared for and your wishes are protected. We’ll prepare your will with precision and full compliance with California law.
Other Estate Planning Services
Living Trust
We prepare revocable living trusts tailored to your needs to help avoid probate and maintain control of your estate.
Deed
We prepare and record property deeds to ensure your real estate assets are properly titled and transferred.
Power of Attorney
We prepare durable powers of attorney that authorize someone you trust to manage financial or medical decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is a Will?
A will is a legal document that outlines how your assets will be distributed after your death and can name guardians for minor children.
Can I Change My Will?
Yes. You can amend your will at any time while you are alive and mentally capable.
Do I Need an Attorney to Make a Will?
A Legal Document Assistant (LDA) can help prepare your will according to your instructions while ensuring it meets California law.
What Happens If I Die Without a Will?
If you pass away without a will, your estate will be distributed according to California’s intestate succession laws, which may not match your wishes.
Does a will need to be notarized in California?
No. California law does not require a will to be notarized to be valid, a will is made valid by proper signing and witnessing, not a notary stamp. Notarization alone cannot replace the two-witness requirement.
Handwritten (holographic) wills can also be valid in California without witnesses, but they carry a higher risk of being challenged in probate. We prepare formal, properly witnessed wills to give your document the strongest legal footing.
Do I need a will or a living trust?
A will directs how your assets are distributed after death and can name guardians for minor children, but it typically goes through probate. A living trust can help your estate avoid probate entirely. Many clients benefit from both. If you’re not sure which fits your situation, our living trust page breaks down the difference, or you can ask us during a free consultation.
Is there a will preparation service near me in Glendale?
Yes. We The People Glendale, located at 1415 E Colorado St, Ste B, Glendale, CA 91205, prepares wills for clients throughout Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, and the surrounding area.