Last Will & Testament

What You Need to Know

A Last Will and Testament is a “death document.” The Will sets out your wishes in a legal format as to who is to receive what and who is to be in charge at the time of your death. When you draft a Will, assets are distributed to beneficiaries according to your wishes. Your Will can also be used to address other issues such as choosing your executor and identifying the people you wish to care for your minor children.



The Last Will and Testament must go through the probate process. Probate proceedings are a matter of public record, meaning that anyone can see your Will, how property was distributed to your beneficiaries and any other information contained in it. While most probate judges will follow a Will as it is written, they do have discretion with regard to interpreting and enforcing its terms. If you are leaving assets to a minor person, Oklahoma Law prevents distribution to the minor until they attain the age of majority.