Must a contract be notarized in order for it to be binding?
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Must a contract be notarized in order for it to be binding?
I am 19 and signed a contract to be a nanny full-time until next year. It was not notarized and only signed by myself and my boss; I nanny her child. I am looking to give her a 4 week notice since I found another nanny job that fits better for me. Am I legally bound to this contract?
Asked on October 15, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You are legally bound to the contract because you are legally an adult (over 18) and you signed the contract; adults are obligated to the contracts they signed.
There is no need for a contract or other agreement to be notarized to be binding--the signature of the parties is more than enough to show their agreement to be bound by it.
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