Study finds that quality of on-line wills lacking

A study conducted by Consumer Reports magazine concluded that wills prepared by on-line services are generally better than documents drafted by lay individuals but “unless your needs are simple–say you want to leave your entire estate to your spouse–none of the will-writing products is likely to entirely meet your needs.” Thus, consulting a lawyer is important, especially in more complex situations.

See Legal DIY sites no match for a pro, Consumer Reports, Sept. 2012, at 13.