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Old 03-18-2012, 06:49 PM
 
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While I am aware that you need 2 witnesses to sign the will (along with the person it's representing) and a notary, do they have to be 2 witnesses you personally know? Asking since I don't know if 2 bank employees, can be the witnesses in front the the notary at a bank.
Of course, I know this isn't meant to get legal advice, but I just wanted to get some idea.
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Old 03-18-2012, 08:47 PM
 
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In Georgia, a will can be "self-proving", meaning that if the witnesses sign in front of the notary, they do not have to be located after the person who made the will dies.

That way, you do not have to know them, you do not have to keep up with where they are, and you do not need to find another witness if either or both of them die before the person who made the will.

That is how my attorney explained it to us. My witnesses were employees of the attorney.

What are the requirements for a valid will in Georgia? - Avvo.com

"Although most wills executed today with the help of attorneys or legal services or software contain the signature and seal of a notary, a notary is not required to make a valid will in Georgia. Georgia law allows for a self-proving affidavit. The benefit of having a self-proving affidavit is that it eliminates the requirement that the witnesses submit interrogatories to the probate court after the death of the testator if the will is not challenged. This can make the probate process simpler and quicker."

The affidavit:

Georgia Code - Wills, Trusts & Estates - Title 53, Section 53-4-24 - Georgia Attorney Resources - Georgia Laws

If there is any chance the will might be challenged, you should consult your attorney and make sure the witnesses can be located if they are needed. Wills are usually pretty inexpensive and consulting an attorney when you make one is never a bad idea, even if your needs are simple.
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