This page covers the basics of codicils including when to use them, and how they work in practice, provide a straightforward codicil definition, plus information about things to consider when writing a codicil to a will.
What is a codicil to a will?
Here’s a simple way to define ‘codicil’: it’s a legal document used to make amendments to an existing will without entirely rewriting it. Think of it as a practical solution for updating your estate planning documents without the complexity of drafting an entirely new will.