White Paper

Electronic Wills Around the World: The Evolving Policy Landscape

This paper examines the evolving international policy landscape of electronic wills.

The international legal landscape for electronic wills remains fragmented, with their validity varying significantly across jurisdictions. In some countries, estate law is governed at the state or provincial level, resulting in an inconsistent national approach to electronic wills. Examining these different legal frameworks provides valuable insight into the future of electronic wills and the opportunities for broader adoption. Greater legal recognition of electronic wills could make estate planning more accessible, efficient, and equitable.