Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey
Word of mouth
For a will, is word of mouth just as good as it being written. When it is multiple people against one, shouldn't word of mouh be sufficient?
Asked on 5/13/09, 4:39 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Richard Vallario
Richard W. Vallario Law Office
Re: Word of mouth
Not a chance. If there is no Will, the law of intestacy determines inheritance.
Answered on 5/13/09, 4:47 pm
Jonathan Chester
The Law Office of Jonathan S. Chester, Esq., LLC
Re: Word of mouth
I'm not sure I understand your question.
If you are suggesting that instead of a written will, you could simply say: "Uncle Joe once told me that he wanted me to have all his assets when he died" and that statement would constitute a 'will'.... then the answer is "No."
Answered on 5/13/09, 4:49 pm
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