The role of a witness in a Will is to provide independent verification that the Will was executed (signed) by the testator (the person making the Will) in a legally valid manner.
Witnesses play a crucial role in ensuring the authenticity and legality of the Will. The presence of witnesses is essential to validate the Will’s authenticity and to deter fraud or undue influence.
If there are no witnesses, or if the Will was not properly witnessed, it may be contested and be deemed invalid, which could lead to complications in the distribution of the deceased’s assets. Therefore, it’s important for witnesses to take their roles seriously and follow the legal requirements for witnessing a Will carefully.