Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
Notarizing Wills
Simple question: Do wills in California have to be notarized? Or do they only have to be signed by witnesses?
Asked on 9/14/00, 10:46 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
WILLIAM BRANDWEIN
WILLIAM A. BRANDWEIN, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORP.
Re: Notarizing Wills
Witnesses (2) are required. No notaries are necessary
Answered on 10/16/00, 9:32 am
Chris Johnson
Christopher B. Johnson, Attorney at Law
Re: Notarizing Wills
Wills require only two (or more) witnesses. California, unlike some other states, does not require notarization of wills.
Answered on 10/16/00, 10:26 am