[WSBAPT] Executing Will with Client that lacks ability to sign

[David Faber]

I have a wills client who appears to be competent to execute a will, but
lacks the physical ability to actually sign it. In addition, I am unsure
whether they would even be able to verbally agree to the terms of his will
because of their illness. The client's nurse has stated that the client's
illness has not affected the client's awareness and understanding of the
world around him, only that he has very, very limited motor control.

Any members of this list have any advice on what could be done to prove
that this man executed his will as his own act and deed without a
signature? Any assistance would be much appreciated! I cannot imagine that
this sort of thing is unheard of, given the significant number of people
afflicted with degenerative diseases affecting their muscle control.

Best,
David J. Faber
Faber Feinson PLLC
210 Polk Street, Suite 1
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4110

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