Evancoe Ex Rel. Evancoe v. Evancoe

OPINION

MATTHEWS, Justice.

Alaska Statute 13.31.070 validated provisions transferring at death property contained in certain instruments which do not qualify as wills. The question here is whether joint tenancy designations on stock certificates are covered by AS 13.31.070. We an swer in the affirmative, because the literal requirements of the statute are met, and the result is consistent with state policy as reflected in a subsequent amendment to the statute, which clearly includes stock certificates.

I. FACTS AND PROCEEDINGS

Anthony M. Evanco (decedent) died on March 13, 1992. His will directed…