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Kansas Last Will and Testament

A Kansas last will and testament is a legal document that allows an individual ("testator") to outline how they would like their property and assets distributed upon death. In addition to the testator, two witnesses must also sign the document.
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Updated February 09, 2025

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Who can make a will?

Any legal adult of sound mind may make a will.[1]

Signing Requirements

Must be signed by two or more competent witnesses.[2]

If a witness is also a beneficiary, then their inheritance is voided unless there are two other witnesses to the will who are not beneficiaries.[3]

State Definition

“Wills” fall under the “valid settlement agreement” definition, which refers to a written and acknowledged instrument that affects the administration or distribution of the estate and which is entered into by all interested heirs, devisees, legatees and persons whose interests are affected by the settlement agreement, all of whom must be competent or authorized to enter into such agreement.[4]

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Sources

  1. § 59-601
  2. § 59-606
  3. § 59-604
  4. § 59-102(8)