Wills & Codicils

Wills and Codicils Lawyer in Zephyrhills FL, Create a Legally Sound Will That Reflects Your Wishes

Need a will or codicil in Zephyrhills? Brewer Law Firm, P.A. helps individuals draft, update, and validate Florida wills. Schedule a free estate planning consultation today.

What Is a Will, and What Is a Codicil?

A will is a legal document that outlines how your property, assets, and responsibilities should be distributed or handled after your death. In Florida, it’s your primary tool for ensuring your wishes are honored, from who inherits your estate to who becomes guardian of your children .

A codicil is a legal amendment used to make changes to an existing will without creating a new one. It must meet the same formal legal standards as a will to be valid.

• A will lets you control your legacy, appoint guardians, and avoid intestacy laws.
• A codicil is a legal update to your will, best used for small changes.
• Brewer Law Firm drafts and updates wills that are valid, enforceable, and customized to your needs.
• Without a will, Florida courts decide who receives your property, and it may not be who you intended.

• Inventory Your Assets: Include real estate, bank accounts, heirlooms, and digital access.
• Choose Key People: Name your executor, guardians, and backup choices.
• Meet With Brewer Law Firm: We draft documents based on your unique needs and family structure.
• Execute Your Will Legally: Sign in front of witnesses and create a notarized self-proving affidavit.
• Store Safely and Share Access: Let your trusted person know where to find it.

What Can You Include in a Florida Will?

Your will can do much more than just distribute money. It can direct nearly all aspects of your estate:

• Distribute Property and Assets
• Name a Personal Representative (Executor)
• Appoint Guardians for Minor Children
• Create Pet Care Instructions or Funds
• Assign Digital Assets and Accounts
• Specify Funeral or Burial Preferences

Brewer Law Firm ensures all inclusions are clear, legally enforceable, and aligned with your estate goals.

Under Florida Statutes Chapter 732, a valid will must:

• Be made by a person 18 or older, or an emancipated minor
• Be made by someone of sound mind
• Be in writing
• Be signed by the testator (or by someone at their direction)
• Be witnessed by two people, both present at the same time
• Optionally be self-proved with a notarized affidavit

A will that fails to meet these standards may be challenged or thrown out in probate.

• Zephyrhills (including Fort King, Chancey Rd, Wire Rd)
• Wesley Chapel
• Dade City
• Tampa
• Lakeland
• Land O’ Lakes
• Brooksville
• Plant City

When and Why to Use a Codicil Instead of a New Will

A codicil is a great tool for making minor edits, such as:

• Changing a beneficiary
• Updating an executor
• Modifying small bequests

However, codicils must meet the same signing and witness rules as a full will. If you’re making multiple changes or altering key sections, a full rewrite is often cleaner and less confusing for the probate court.

• Personalized Approach: No boilerplate documents, we tailor each will to your life and assets.
• Local Zephyrhills Insight: We understand the needs of families in East Pasco County.
• Codicil Expertise: We guide clients on when updates make sense versus rewriting.
• Holistic Planning: We integrate wills with trusts, POAs, and advance directives.

Ready to write your will or update an old one? Brewer Law Firm offers confidential, no-obligation consultations to help you make informed decisions about your future.