Revocation of Will Template | Revoke Last Will & Testament and Codicils | Estate Planning Will Revocation Form with Witness and Notary

Formally document an individual's intention to revoke previous wills and codicils with this professional Revocation of Will & Codicils Template.
Designed for individuals updating their estate planning documents, this customizable form provides a structured written declaration stating that the signer revokes previous wills and codicils. The document includes dedicated sections for the signer, witnesses, and notarization, along with a helpful review page explaining common circumstances in which someone may choose to revoke an earlier will. Revocation of Will
This template can be useful when an individual is preparing a new estate plan following a significant life change or otherwise wants to document the revocation of prior testamentary documents.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
This Revocation of Will & Codicils Template includes:
• Written Revocation Declaration
• Revocation of Previous Wills
• Revocation of Previous Codicils
• Signer Name
• Date of Revocation
• Signer Signature
• Witness Statement
• Witness 1 Signature & Date
• Witness 2 Signature & Date
• Witness 3 Signature & Date
• State & County Fields
• Notarial Section
• Sworn / Affirmed Statements
• Testamentary Capacity Statement
• Undue Influence / Constraint Statement
• Notary Signature
• Notary Commission Expiration
• Revocation Review List
REVOCATION OF PREVIOUS WILLS & CODICILS
The document begins with a straightforward declaration allowing the signer to state that they revoke all previous wills and codicils. Revocation of Will
This section includes space for:
✓ Signer's Name
✓ Date
✓ Signer's Signature
WITNESS SECTION
The template provides a dedicated witness statement documenting the execution of the revocation.
It includes signature and date fields for:
• Witness 1
• Witness 2
• Witness 3 Revocation of Will
Because witness requirements for revoking a will vary by jurisdiction and method of revocation, users should confirm the requirements that apply in their state before signing.
NOTARY SECTION
A notarial section is included with customizable fields for:
✓ State
✓ County
✓ Individuals Appearing Before the Notary
✓ Notary Signature
✓ Commission Expiration Revocation of Will
The included statements address the signer's declaration of revocation, execution of the instrument, witness signatures, lawful age, sound mind, and absence of undue influence or constraint. Revocation of Will
ESTATE PLANNING LIFE CHANGES
The included review page explains that revocation may occur when someone wants to extinguish an old will because of changes involving beneficiaries and identifies examples such as:
• Divorce
• Remarriage
• Similar Changes in Circumstances Revocation of Will
A person's reasons for changing or revoking a will can vary, and the legal effect of events such as marriage or divorce is governed by applicable state law.
DOCUMENT STORAGE REMINDER
The review section recommends making multiple copies and identifies potential places or people with whom a copy may be kept, including a home safe, an attorney, and a spouse. Revocation of Will
Users should consider obtaining jurisdiction-specific legal advice regarding whether copies should be distributed and what should be done with the original revoked will.
PERFECT FOR
• Estate Planning Documents
• Will Revocation Documentation
• Individuals Replacing an Existing Will
• Individuals Updating an Estate Plan
• Revoking Previous Codicils
• Estate Planning Professionals
• Document Preparation Services
• Personal Estate Planning Records
• Life-Change Estate Planning Updates
USE THIS TEMPLATE FOR
• Revoking a Previous Will
• Revoking Previous Codicils
• Documenting Intent to Revoke a Will
• Preparing for a New Will
• Updating Estate Planning Records
• Estate Plan Changes
• Post-Divorce Estate Planning Updates
• Post-Marriage Estate Planning Updates
• Beneficiary Changes
• Personal Estate Planning Documentation
EASY TO CUSTOMIZE
Personalize the document with:
• Signer's Name
• Date
• Witness Information
• State
• County
• Names Appearing Before the Notary
• Notary Information
• Commission Expiration
WHY USE A REVOCATION OF WILL DOCUMENT?
Estate planning circumstances can change over time. An individual may decide that an existing will or codicil no longer reflects their wishes and may want to revoke or replace it.
A written revocation document provides a clear record of the signer's stated intention to revoke previous wills and codicils.
However, the legal requirements for effectively revoking a will are determined by applicable state law. Depending on the jurisdiction, a will may be revoked through a subsequent testamentary document, a written revocation executed with particular formalities, certain physical acts performed with the required intent, or other legally recognized methods.
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
THIS IS A DIGITAL PRODUCT. NO PHYSICAL ITEM WILL BE SHIPPED.
Your purchase includes a customizable 1-page Revocation of Wills & Codicils document in PDF and Word formats.
The first page contains the revocation document, witness provisions, and notarial section, while the second page provides a review list concerning the document. Revocation of Will Revocation of Will
Customize the document with the appropriate information and carefully review the execution requirements for the applicable jurisdiction before signing.
IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING
This template is provided for general informational and document-preparation purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice or establish an attorney-client relationship.
A Revocation of Will is not the same thing as a Revocable Will or Revocable Living Trust. This document is intended to record a person's stated revocation of prior wills and codicils; it does not create a new will or trust.
Will revocation laws vary significantly by state. Use of this template does not guarantee that a previous will or codicil has been legally or effectively revoked. Witness, signature, notarization, capacity, and other execution requirements may differ by jurisdiction.
Notarization alone does not necessarily make a will revocation valid, and some jurisdictions may require different or additional formalities.
Revoking an existing will without properly executing a replacement may also affect how an estate is distributed. Individuals should consider consulting a qualified estate-planning attorney regarding the legal effect of revocation and the appropriate execution procedure in their jurisdiction.
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