Can one change the beneficiaries to a will without an attorney

Absolutely, in Texas, everyone is entitled to prepare a holographic (handwritten) will.  The requirements are simply that the entire document be in the handwriting of the testator, signed and dated.  It is best to make sure nothing else is written on the page, if possible.  It is that simple and to the extent the holographic will changes a prior will, the later will changes or trumps the prior version as to that particular topic or conflict. Here is my Facebook post on the subject: A holographic will, i.e., a handwritten will, is valid in Texas. The only requirements are: (1) the entirety of the will must be solely in the handwriting of the testator (the person making the will) and (2) the handwritten will must be signed and dated by the testator. Witnesses are not required. TIP: Write your will on a clean sheet of paper - meaning, avoid letterhead, pre-printed paper or documents with other printing or writing. Good luck and make sure (a) to dispose of ALL of your property, (b) to appoint an Independent Executor and (c) if desired, that the Independent Executor serve without bond. If you have minor children, be sure to name a guardian of them in the event you are the second of their parents to die. Like my firm on Facebook: www.facebook.com/spencerlawpc  I hope this helps, but you can call us anytime. Sincerely, Kevin Spencer (214) 965-9999 www.spencerlawpc.com