Creating a Will is an important part of your estate plan, but keeping it up to date is just as essential. Major life changes can affect your assets, family structure, or wishes, and your Will should reflect those changes to stay accurate and effective.
Life Events That May Trigger a Will Update
You should consider reviewing and updating your Will whenever you experience:
Marriage or Remarriage
Birth or Adoption of a Child
Divorce or Legal Separation
Death of a Spouse, Beneficiary, Guardian, Trustee, or Executor
Significant Change in Assets (e.g., buying a home, starting a business, inheritance)
Moving to Another State
Change in Roles or Relationships (such as a new guardian or updated trustee)
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→ Related: When is my Will in Effect?
How to Update Your Will in NetLaw
Updating your Will with NetLaw is easy. Here’s how:
Step 1: Update Your Address (if needed)
Click My Profile in the left-side menu
Scroll to the address section and enter your new information
Step 2: Add or Remove People
Go to Family and Contacts
Use the + button to add new individuals or edit/remove existing ones
Step 3: Edit Your Will
Click SmartGuide Interviews from the left menu
Select Last Will (or Last Will + Living Trust if you have our Trust package)
Click your name, then click Edit
Make any updates and click Finish to assemble your updated Will
Step 4: Download and Re-Execute
Go to the My Files section to download your new Will
Re-sign and notarize your updated Will so it becomes your legally effective version
Need Help?
If you have questions while updating your Will or any other estate documents, our support team is here to assist. Reach out through the live chat feature in your account or call us at 502-648-6722.