Electronic witnessing of wills and documents in NSW

The legislation regarding Electronic Signatures on documents has just been amended in NSW. This is fantastic news as it allows witnessing of wills, powers of attorney, enduring guardianship, deeds or agreements, affidavits and statutory declarations to be done via video link.
 

The legislation regarding Electronic Signatures on documents has just been amended in NSW. This is fantastic news as it allows witnessing of wills, powers of attorney, enduring guardianship, deeds or agreements, affidavits and statutory declarations to be done via video link. If you have been putting off getting your Estate Planning documents done or other documents signed now you can do this from the comfort of your home. 

 

 

Please contact us if you have any questions or we can help you to progress with your matter. 

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