In the state of Texas, you can draft your own will and testament without hiring an attorney, either by creating one online or by writing a holographic will by hand.

Can I write my own will in Texas?

In the state of Texas, you can draft your own will and testament without hiring an attorney, either by creating one online or by writing a holographic will by hand.

What does a will need to be valid in Texas?

In Texas, to execute a valid will, the law requires that the testator (the person for whom the will applies) be at least 18 years old and of sound mind (full mental capacity). Also, the state requires at least two credible witnesses — three if it is an oral will.