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

[Katharine P. Bauer]

He or she can direct another to sign for him.  Eyelids usually maintain
control.  I have read the Will with stroke victims, one paragraph at a time
to obtain approval.  Witnesses and doctors Note that still client still has
capacity
On Nov 20, 2014 10:29 AM, "David Faber" <david at faberfeinson.com> wrote:

> 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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