Heading, Marital History, and Heirs. Introduction. When you die without a will, you die "intestate," leaving your estate to the direction of the state's intestate succession laws.To start, you should look at your state's requirements for creating a valid Last Will and Testament (otherwise known as a "Will"). In Arizona, they have two years from the date of death to file your will. The court validates your will. The Five Ways to Avoid Probate. Creating a valid will under in Arizona will not keep you out of probate court. It will at least express your final wishes to your family. The right to transfer your property at death through a valid last will and testament is only allowed if you strictly follow the requirements of Arizona law. Creating a last will and testament is an important step in planning for the distribution of your real and personal property upon your death.