2006-08-28 05:40:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It must be written and signed in front of two witnesses. Except in Louisiana which has its own rules (regarding notarization); in New York if there is an attestation clause with the witnesses signatures notarized then those signatures don't have to be proved for probate. California and other states have different but equivalent rules .
Lawyers sometimes videotape the signing, especially where the testator (person whose will it is) is elderly and there might later be a question as to his or her competence.
It's always a good idea to have a lawyer review, or prepare, a will. They don't charge much and it's easy to make a terrible mistake when writing a will.
2006-08-28 05:44:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it has to be written, because you have to have two witnesses and their signatures. With all the technology, I guess people can do something to the video.
2006-08-28 05:47:08 · answer #2 · answered by surelycoolgirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
written and witnessed
2006-08-28 05:43:36 · answer #3 · answered by dumplingmuffin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get legal help, otherwise it may be worthless.
2006-08-28 05:45:27 · answer #4 · answered by kristycordeaux 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
both
2006-08-28 05:45:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋