Can I make changes to a will after I have died?

No, it is not possible to make changes to a will after you have died in the state of Georgia. Once a will has been signed and notarized, it is considered a legal document and cannot be modified or altered in any way. If any changes need to be made, they must be done prior to death. Under Georgia law, a valid will cannot be invalidated by events or circumstances that take place after death. The only way to make changes is to have the original will revoked by its creator in writing prior to death. This document is generally referred to as a revocable will. A revocable will can be amended, revoked, or changed at any time and in any way by the person who created it. It is also possible for a court to modify or alter a will after a person’s death. This is typically done through a process called “probate.” During probate, any interested parties can request that the court makes changes or modifications to the will. In Georgia, probate is handled by the court that has jurisdiction over the estate. Overall, it is not possible to make changes to a will after the person who created it has died. If changes are desired, they must be done prior to death through a revocable will or through probate after death.

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