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Are wills valid in South Carolina if they were created in other states? I think a relative of mine is trying to pull one over on my father. Thanks for the advice.
Yes, if the decedent later dies in South Carolina. The will is going to be interpreted according to the laws in the state in which it was drafted to honor the drafter's intent.
However, You should consult an attorney for issues like this and not rely on my guidance - there is simply too much at stake and an attorney can give you all the valuable advice you need in a few minutes. PM me if you'd like some suggestions of upstate attorneys who are very knowledgable and not extremely exclusive/pricey.
Obviously not my area of expertise, but my father is actually an attorney in Greenville who handles estate planning, among other things. There are several instances where South Carolina may have different laws than other states, and that could impact the power of the currently living will. I would recommend contacting a local estate planner, who I'm sure would be able to answer some questions over the phone.
One example off the top of my head is real property rights in South Carolina differ from states like Pennsylvania.
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