Who can witness a Last Will and Testament?
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Who can witness a Last Will and Testament?
I signed as witness to my father-in-law’s Last Will and Testament, does that make
it invalid because I am a relative my marriage? Documents were signed/witnessed
in Arizona.
Asked on August 10, 2017 under Estate Planning, Texas
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Generally, the spouse of a family member should not witness a Will since they will benefit from their spouse's inheritance. So while it may not automatically invalidate the Will (depending on state law), it really should be re-executed with witnesses who have no interest in the estate.
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