About Nolo
Nolo has been the leading publisher of self-help legal information for over 50 years, offering estate planning software, books, and online resources. Their Quicken WillMaker product is a comprehensive desktop and online tool for creating wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and financial power of attorney documents. Nolo's educational approach helps users understand the legal concepts behind their documents.
What's Great
- ✓Over 50 years of self-help legal publishing expertise
- ✓WillMaker software creates comprehensive estate document packages
- ✓Extensive educational content explains the law behind each document
- ✓One-time purchase covers wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and more
- ✓Regular updates keep documents current with changing state laws
Watch Out For
- !Interface feels more utilitarian than modern competitors
- !Desktop software approach feels dated compared to web-first platforms
- !No attorney review or legal advice included
Common Use Cases
Use WillMaker to create a complete estate planning package including will, healthcare directive, and POA
Reference Nolo's legal guides to understand the difference between a will and a living trust
Create a pet trust to ensure care for animals after your passing
Pricing Model
Paid
Paid subscription required. Check the website for current pricing and free trials.
Category
Wills & Trusts
Create legally valid wills, living trusts, and testamentary documents online.
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