[WSBAPT] Effect of adding a notarized codicil to a will that is not self-proving

[Sarah Jael Dion]

Hi Listmates!

I am in need of guidance from more experienced estate planning attorneys! 

I have a client with a will that was not notarized, and is therefore not self-proving. I have been retained to draft a codicil to make some changes to her will. I was wondering whether, if I draft the codicil such that it republishes the will, I can cure the lack of notarization in the original document? Would this be effective? I looked at the RCW and didn’t see any guidance there. 

Thanks in advance for any thoughts! 

Sarah Jael Dion

Dion Law PLLC					
206-550-4005
sarah at dionlaw.com
dionlaw.com

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