The Importance of a Witnessed Signature

Clients often wonder about the process of executing their estate planning documents. In this modern era, it seems to many like they ought to be able to sign their documents electronically without an office visit. It is usually not that simple. Different documents have different requirements for what is legally considered a valid signature. A witnessed signature is often a requirement, and some clients ask if their family members can act as witnesses. In this podcast we discuss the importance of a witnessed signature, who is best suited to serving as a witness and why legal counsel is important in this process.