Sample: Last Will and Testament

I, [Your Full Legal Name], of [Your City and State], being of sound mind and memory, do hereby make, publish, and declare this to be my Last Will and Testament, revoking all previous wills and codicils.

1. Appointment of Executor/Executrix: I appoint [Executor/Executrix's Full Legal Name] of [Executor/Executrix's City and State] as the executor/executrix of my estate. If [Executor/Executrix's Full Legal Name] is unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternate Executor/Executrix's Full Legal Name] of [Alternate Executor/Executrix's City and State] as the alternate executor/executrix.

2. Payment of Debts and Expenses: I direct my executor/executrix to pay all my just debts, funeral expenses, and the expenses of administering my estate from the assets of my estate, as long as doing so does not disrupt the intended distribution of my assets.

3. Distribution of Specific Bequests: I give, devise, and bequeath the following specific bequests:
   

   • [Specific Bequest 1]: [Description of the bequest and the recipient]

   • [Specific Bequest 2]: [Description of the bequest and the recipient]

   • [Specific Bequest 3]: [Description of the bequest and the recipient]

   • [Specify additional specific bequests as necessary]

4. Residual Estate: I give, devise, and bequeath the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate, including any property not otherwise disposed of in this Will (the "Residual Estate"), to [Name(s) and Relationship(s) of the beneficiary/beneficiaries]. If any of the aforementioned beneficiaries predecease me, their share of the Residual Estate shall be divided equally among the surviving beneficiaries.

5. Guardianship: If I have any minor children at the time of my death, I appoint [Guardian's Full Legal Name] of [Guardian's City and State] as the guardian for my children. If [Guardian's Full Legal Name] is unable or unwilling to serve as the guardian, I appoint [Alternate Guardian's Full Legal Name] of [Alternate Guardian's City and State] as the alternate guardian.

6. Revocation of Previous Wills: I hereby revoke any and all previous wills, codicils, or testamentary dispositions made by me at any time.

7. Governing Law: This Will shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your State].

8. Signatures and Witnesses: I have signed this Will as of [Date].

[Your Full Legal Name] Testator/Testatrix

We, the undersigned, declare that the Testator/Testatrix appeared to be of sound mind and memory, and signed this Will in our presence. At the Testator/Testatrix's request and in the presence of each other, we have signed this Will as witnesses.

[Witness 1's Full Legal Name] [Witness 2's Full Legal Name] Address: [Witness 1's Address] Address: [Witness 2's Address] City, State: [Witness 1's City, State] City, State: [Witness 2's City, State]

[Include additional witness signature lines if required]

Please note that this sample Will document is for informational purposes only. It is advisable to consult with a qualified legal professional to customize and finalize a Will that meets your specific requirements and is legally valid in your jurisdiction.

Sample: Last Will and Testament

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The sample Last Will and Testament provided above is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. The document is provided as a reference and may not be suitable for your specific circumstances or jurisdiction.

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