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

[Paul Neumiller]

With the magic of text processing, why not just replace the 

Will? 

 

 

 

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[mailto:wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com] On Behalf Of Sarah Jael Dion
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Subject: [WSBAPT] Effect of adding a notarized codicil to a will that is not
self-proving

 

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

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