Are handwritten wills valid in Florida?
Florida does not recognize holographic (handwritten) wills unless they meet the requirements for all valid wills, which is that the testator sign the will in the presence of two witnesses who then sign the will as witnesses in the presence of the testator and each other. Ideally, in addition, wills should be self-proven with appropriate language and notarization in order that the witnesses will not have to be located after the testator’s death.
