Is an Will that is not notarized valid?
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Is an Will that is not notarized valid?
My mother left a Will leaving her home to us children. It was signed by her but she passed away before it was notorized . Also, the Will is signed by 2 unrelated witnesses. Is it still legal even though it was not notarized?
Asked on September 8, 2015 under Estate Planning, California
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Sorry to hear about your mother.
Her Will is valid. There is no requirement that a Will be notarized. Your mother's Will is valid because she signed it in the presence of two disinterested witnesses who also signed in her presence.
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