Deed sign under witness

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Kelly Smith

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25 May 2021
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Hello.

I have two questions regarding the deed sign requirement. I know the deed must be signed in present of a witness.

I recently have a deed of release with someone.

My First question if it is possible, in the future, for the other party in this deed says his signature is not in presence of his witness and deny the validity of this deed.

Will this witness be liable if he signed but be in presence? How do I ensure the other party sign the deed in presence of his witness?

My Second question, is the deed binding to the party who signed under witness, even if the other party does not sign? (no clause saying it only be binding signed by both parties)

Thank you very much for your reply.

Kelly
 

Kelly Smith

Active Member
25 May 2021
7
0
31
Hello.

I have two questions regarding the deed sign requirement. I know the deed must be signed in present of a witness.

I recently have a deed of release with someone.

My First question if it is possible, in the future, for the other party in this deed says his signature is not in presence of his witness and deny the validity of this deed.

Will this witness be liable if he signed but be in presence? How do I ensure the other party sign the deed in presence of his witness?

My Second question, is the deed binding to the party who signed under witness, even if the other party does not sign? (no clause saying it only be binding signed by both parties)

Thank you very much for your reply.

Kelly
Will this witness be liable if he signed as witness but NOT be in presence ? How do I ensure the other party sign the deed in presence of his witness?