[WSBAPT] Invalid Will Question

[Randy Petgrave]

It sounds like the textbook definition of a holographic will, which as we know are not acknowledged or valid in the State of Washington (since it was drafted here).

 

I don’t think you have any responsibility in terms of filing it.  I would advise the client that the will is invalid and proceed with the probate.  

 

Regards, 

 

Randy

 

Petgrave & Petgrave, PLLC

Attorneys at Law

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From: wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com [mailto:wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com] On Behalf Of Ty Albertson
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Subject: [WSBAPT] Invalid Will Question

 

I recently opened an intestate estate and some time later a handwritten will was found by the administrator of the estate at the deceased home. The will has no date, was not witnessed, and was drafted in Washington. My question is what is my responsibility with this invalid will? Should it still be filed or should I simply advise my client that the will is invalid and proceed with the probate?

Ty Albertson, Attorney 

Albertson Law LLP

(509) 551-3315

124 Kennewick Ave. #12

Kennewick, WA 99336

 

 

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