Q: i have grandparents who both passed and each left identical wills, with affidavits and attestation clauses signed by eac
there notirized by personal friend county clerk, tn. however no witness signatures. signed 2018 do i have legal will?
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A: An attorney would need to actually see the wills in order to render an opinion as to validity, and ultimately the probate court decides whether a will is valid, but based upon what you stated, they are most likely not valid. In Tennessee, as in most other states, two witness signatures are required, notarial affidavits are optional.
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A: The possibility of Holographic Wills might be present if handwritten. But two Wills identical implies a contract to make both Wills. Unless there are serious reasons to file Probate, Intestate Succession is probably what should happen here. Consult with a good lawyer.
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