DAL Law Firm: Trust vs. Will: What’s the Difference? In fact, a will is the document that is submitted to the probate court to begin the probate process. A properly prepared and properly funded revocable living trust works differently. A revocable living trust, on the other hand, generally remains private. Visit us online at www.dallawfirm.com or check out our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@dallawfirm for more discussions about estate planning, probate, wills, and trusts.