Should You Use a Codicil or Create a New Will in Nebraska?

Updating your will isn’t always straightforward, and many people in Nebraska aren’t sure whether they should add a codicil or start fresh with a new will. While a codicil can handle small updates like replacing an executor or correcting basic information, bigger changes—like adding children, removing a beneficiary, or updating how major assets are distributed—are usually better handled with a new will. Nebraska law requires codicils to follow the same signing and witnessing formalities as a will, so “quick fixes” can backfire if the change affects your overall plan. A clean, updated will is often the best way to avoid confusion, prevent probate delays, and ensure your wishes are honored.