Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas
Witness a Will
In Texas is there any problem with a person listed in the will and the spouse of that person being used as witnesses to signing of the will by testator in front of a public notory. Or do witnesses have to be unrelated?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Witness a Will
Witnesses only need to be of age and have capacity. They can be related. However if there is a will contest, that fact might be brought forth other reasons.
Re: Witness a Will
A witness is supposed to be desinterested. If you need assistance come see me.
Re: Witness a Will
The fact that a beneficiary is also related to one of the attesting witnesses will not affect the validity of the will. Just like Ms. Smith stated, the potential problem might be if someone contests the will. If my law firm can be of any further assistance with this issue or any other issues, please contact my office manager Mr. Ed Smith ([email protected]).
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