Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Colorado
Witness a last will and testament
Is it legal for a child or children to witness their parents last will and testament?
Asked on 5/23/00, 12:08 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Stanley Spring
Stanley A. Spring, Attorney at Law
Re: Witness a last will and testament
Yes, but it's not a good idea. Having witnesses who are not mentioned in the will avoids claims of duress or undue influence, particularly where one child is favored or one disfavored.
Answered on 7/05/00, 11:33 am