Can an attorney who drafted a Will and is acting as the notary, also sign the Will as a witness?
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Can an attorney who drafted a Will and is acting as the notary, also sign the Will as a witness?
Asked on March 10, 2014 under Estate Planning, Alabama
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Richard Weaver / The Weaver Law Firm
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
In Texas, it definitely is not a good idea. Consider calling an attorney in your state to answer this particular questions. Witnesses should be independent not taking under the will.
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