Will Contracts

Question 1

If there is a joint will, what issue arises?

Answer 1

A contract not to revoke

Question 2

What is a reciprocal will?

Answer 2

Wills with identical or reciprocal provisions.

Question 3

Can reciprocal wills be changed without knowledge by the other party?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

What is a joint will?

Answer 4

A will that is signed by two or more persons that is supposed to serve as the will of each.

Question 5

What is a will contract?

Answer 5

Contracts to make a will, contracts to revoke a will, and contracts to die intestate and they’re controlled by contract law.

Question 6

Proof of contract to a will can be established if:

Answer 6

1) The will states the material provisions of the contract.
2) The terms are contained in a written contract, or
3) Express reference is made in the will to the contract and extrinsic evidence proves the terms.