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North Carolina Updates How Wills Can Be Stored

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North Carolina Updates How Wills Can Be Stored
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What This New Law Means For You And Your Family

Starting January 1, 2026, North Carolina made an important update to its estate planning laws. The change allows wills to be safely stored in electronic form under specific rules.

This update was created to solve a very real problem. Many estate plans do not fail because of poor wording or bad advice. They fail because the original will cannot be found when it is needed most.

At Trusts and Estates Law Group, we now offer electronic will storage as an option for clients who want added peace of mind and long-term protection for their estate plans.

What Changed And What Stayed The Same

This new law does not allow informal or online wills. You still cannot create a valid will by typing it on a computer or signing it electronically.

A will must still be prepared and signed the traditional way. It must be written on paper, signed by the person making the will, and witnessed by two qualified people. Those long-standing rules have not changed.

What has changed is what happens next. After a will is properly signed, the law now allows it to be stored as a secure electronic record by a North Carolina-licensed attorney, if the client chooses.

How Electronic Will Storage Works

The process is straightforward and designed to protect your intent.

First, your will is drafted, reviewed, signed, and witnessed in full compliance with North Carolina law. Nothing about this step is rushed or informal.

Next, with your written approval, your attorney creates a complete electronic copy of the signed will. The attorney also signs a sworn statement confirming that the electronic version is a true and accurate copy and that you approved electronic storage with a clear understanding of how it works.

After death, that electronic record can be converted into a certified paper copy. The Clerk of Superior Court is allowed to accept that certified copy for probate with the same legal effect as the original will.

Why This Matters For Families

For many families, the greatest risk is not how the will is written. It is whether the will can be found years or even decades later.

Original paper wills can be lost during a move, damaged by fire or water, or thrown away by mistake. This is especially common when someone downsizes, relocates, or owns more than one home.

Electronic storage helps reduce these risks. It creates a clear, reliable record that is easier to locate when the time comes. It can also help avoid delays or confusion during probate by showing that the will is complete and authentic.

One Important Detail To Understand

Once a will is stored electronically under this law, destroying the paper copy does not cancel the will.

If you want to change or revoke the will, you must do so through a new valid will or a proper legal update. Because of this, electronic storage should always be part of a thoughtful, coordinated estate plan rather than a quick decision.

How Our Firm Can Help

Trusts and Estates Law Group now offers electronically stored wills to both new and existing clients. We help clients decide whether this option makes sense for their situation and ensure it works smoothly with the rest of their estate plan.

We can also assist with converting existing wills, coordinating trusts and powers of attorney, and making sure your plan reflects current law and your long-term goals.

A Simple Next Step

If you are unsure where your original will is today, or if you would like to learn more about electronic will storage, we are happy to talk.

You can call Trusts and Estates Law Group at 919-782-3500 or visit us online to schedule a time to review your estate plan. A short conversation can help you decide what makes the most sense for you and your family.



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