Can I Delay the Distribution of Assets to Another in My Will?
Full Question:
Answer:
To change a will, a person can prepare and properly execute an entirely new will that revokes the previous will or prepare and properly execute a codicil to the will. A codicil is a separate document that adds to and/or replaces one or more provisions in an existing will. A new will is typically recommended over a codicil to minimize the possibility of a later dispute.
An executor is responsible for handling the affairs of the deceased and is appointed in a will. The executor is responsible for distributing the assets of the deceased according to the timeline of the probate process. Many of the will forms offered by USLegal contain a provision for appointment of a trustee so that assets may be designated to be released to children by a trustee.
Please see the following GA statute:
53-5-5. (Revised Probate Code of 1998) A person having possession of a
will shall file it with reasonable....
A person having possession of a will shall file it with reasonable
promptness with the probate court of the county having jurisdiction.
The probate court may attach for contempt and may fine and imprison a
person withholding a will until the will is delivered.
For further discussion, please see:
http://www.traceyabloodsaw.com/blog/2007/revised-will-vs-codicils/