Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
How many witnesses are required for a codicil in New York state?
Asked on 7/03/11, 12:32 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Haber
Law Offices of Michael S. Haber
A codicil is as much a testamentary instrument as the will that it seeks to amend. Thus, the answer provided by Mr. Slater is correct. Two witnesses are needed and it must be signed with all testamentary formalities.
Good luck to you.
Answered on 7/03/11, 3:35 pm
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
As an aside, you are much better off having a new will rather than a codicil.
Mike.
Answered on 7/04/11, 6:35 am
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