Codicil

A codicil is a document in which you can change some of the terms of the original will without having to change the entire will.

Give us a call and we will tell you if you need a codicil or a new will.  Bear in mind we cannot give legal advice

Question: my will is 10 years old and one of the people mentioned has died. Must I change the will?

Answer: this is not necessary. You can make an amendment to the existing will by preparing a codicil.

Question: does this require the same formality of signing a will?

Answer: yes. You must have witnesses that are present at the same time who can witness your signature. All formalities must be complied with.

Question: what can I say in a codicil?

Answer: anything that you can normally say in a will provided it doesn't contradict the original will.