[WSBAPT] Notarized will but not witnessed

Thu Sep 1 15:10:24 PDT 2022

The notary can act as a witness and have a new affidavit notarized but you still need another witness which doesn't appear you have one.
If this is an only child, intestacy may work same as the will.

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Subject: Re: [WSBAPT] Notarized will but not witnessed

I agree with Susan, without two competent witnesses you don't have a valid Will and will need to proceed under the intestacy statute, unless it qualifies as a valid foreign Will under RCW 11.12.020(1).

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Subject: Re: [WSBAPT] Notarized will but not witnessed

Witnesses are required.  You have to proceed under the intestate statute.  That's my opinion.

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My client brought in a will that was only notarized and no witnesses. Only one child who is PR. Any thoughts on how to proceed?  Should I ask court for instructions.

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