Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Georgia
Self proving affidavit
May an attorney/notary nortarize a self proving affidavit for a will she drafted in Georgia? Is this legal, is it ethical? Thank you!
Asked on 3/07/07, 8:50 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
Re: Self proving affidavit
It's ethical and common.
Answered on 3/07/07, 9:25 pm
John Etheriedge
Etheriedge & Associates, PC
Re: Self proving affidavit
The practice is very common & ethical, provided the attorney is actually present at the time the Will is executed by the parties.
Answered on 3/09/07, 11:36 am