If I signed my living Trust using my first and last name but the printed name below my signature has my first, middle and last name, is that valid?
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If I signed my living Trust using my first and last name but the printed name below my signature has my first, middle and last name, is that valid?
Or should I have signed my full name to match what was printed?
Asked on March 29, 2013 under Estate Planning, Washington
Answers:
Victor Waid / Law Office of Victor Waid
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, your signature is valid, as you typically sign your name; and assuming your trust was notarized, your notary would have verified your name with appropriate identification, had you sign the notary journal, with signature and thumb print and saw you sign the trust.
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