Introduction to Types of Wills:

Introduction:

This note briefly outlines the various types of wills a testator may make.

Why Learn About the Types of Wills

1. It is essential to know about these types because some types of wills do not embody some general characteristics of wills.

2. It is also essential to learn about the types of wills because doing so reveals the various forms in which a will may be validly made.

Some Common Types of Wills:

1. Mutual wills

2. Joint wills

3. Conditional wills

4. Living wills

5. Holograph wills.

These types of wills are extensively discussed in subsequent notes.