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Wills & Trusts in

New Jersey

Pop culture and diners abound in the Garden State, a place known for beach towns and family gatherings. FeedingBird wants to keep those values alive and well by protecting what matters the most.

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Did You Know?

Estate planning rules vary significantly by state. Here's what you need to know about protecting your assets where you live.

New Jersey has an inheritance tax based on a person’s relation to the deceased

New Jersey generally gives a surviving spouse the right to claim an elective share of 1/3 of the augmented estate, subject to statutory conditions

A beneficiary generally must survive the deceased by at least 120 hours (5 days) to inherit, unless an exception applies

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How FeedingBird Helps

FeedingBird is built for real-life situations and we want to make it easy for you to be prepared so you can protect what matters most

Wills and trusts designed to comply with

New Jersey

law in about an hour

Starting as low as $99

Attorney-reviewed document framework

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Learn More About Estates and Planning in

New Jersey

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Is an Online Will Legal in New Jersey?

Online wills are legally valid in New Jersey when they meet state requirements. See what makes a will binding and how FeedingBird stays compliant.

Probate in New Jersey: What Your Family Goes Through Without a Will

Learn how probate works in New Jersey: how long it takes, what it costs, and how a will or trust can help your family avoid it.

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Next Steps to Make Your Will Legal in

New Jersey

Creating your documents with FeedingBird is the first step. To make them legally valid, you'll need to complete a few final steps.

Here's what

New Jersey

requires:

2 competent witnesses (FeedingBird recommends disinterested witnesses to avoid complications)

No notarization required for wills or trusts, but it can expedite the probate process and may be required for individual documents within a trust

Remote online notarization is not allowed for estate planning documents in New Jersey

This is general information, not legal advice. Requirements can change and FeedingBird recommends that you confirm current rules before signing.

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FAQs

Clear Answers for Life’s Big Decisions

Is an online will legally valid?

Yes. A FeedingBird will is state-specific and legally valid when properly signed and witnessed according to your state's rules.

Do I need a lawyer to make a will?

No. Most people don't need a lawyer for a straightforward will. FeedingBird guides you through the entire process, from naming beneficiaries to choosing an executor and designating guardians for minor children. If you'd like professional review, Attorney Support is available as an add-on.

What happens if I die without a will?

Your state decides how your assets are distributed through a process called intestate succession. Assets may not go to the people you intended, and courts may appoint a guardian for your children rather than someone you would have chosen.

Can I name a guardian for my children in my will?

Yes. Your will is the legal document that lets you designate your preferred guardian for minor children. Without one, a court makes that decision.

Wills & Trusts in

New Jersey

Did You Know?

How FeedingBird Helps

Learn More About Estates and Planning in

New Jersey

Why We Built FeedingBird: A Note From Our Founders

Your Will Isn't in Charge of Everything You Own

Living Wills & Why Every Family Needs Their Own Fire Drill

The Trust You Signed Might Not Be the Trust You Need

What Happens if You Die Without a Will in New Jersey?

Is an Online Will Legal in New Jersey?

Probate in New Jersey: What Your Family Goes Through Without a Will

Next Steps to Make Your Will Legal in

New Jersey

Find a Mobile Notary or Signing Agent

Clear Answers for Life’s Big Decisions

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