I once heard someone say, “If you want to get even with your spouse and your family and friends and reach back from the great beyond and cause misery, discord and unnecessary expense to your loved ones – die without a will! That will do it!”

A will is a legal document that allows a person to have his or her wishes followed after that person dies. The will leaves legal directions as to the disposition of property, the smooth and binding transition of ownership, the paying of bill...