Codicil

A codicil is a legal document used to make changes or additions to an existing will without having to rewrite the entire document. It allows a person to update specific provisions, such as changing beneficiaries or adjusting asset distribution. To be valid, a codicil must be signed and witnessed according to legal requirements, just like the original will. This tool provides flexibility in estate planning, ensuring that a person’s wishes can be easily amended as circumstances change, such as marriage, divorce, or the birth of a child.