Larry King’s Widow Challenged His Handwritten Will: Are You Protected?

Many people think of formal, legal documents drawn up by an attorney when they think of having a will, but as Larry King’s widow, Shawn King discovered, that’s not the only way. In many states, handwritten wills are allowed and are considered legally binding. For example, handwritten wills are allowed in Los Angeles, where Larry King lived and completed this will. But what does it mean for people in other states, including Georgia?