Will Signing with Witnesses in Clackamas County, Oregon
Wills in Clackamas County are probated in the Clackamas County Circuit Court in Oregon City. A will signed with two witnesses whose affidavits are notarized at the signing is easier to prove there later. We provide the witnesses and the notary, at our Lake Oswego office or at your home anywhere in the county. See our notary and witness services.
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What Oregon requires
| Oregon rule | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Two witnesses (ORS 112.235) | Each watches you sign, or hears you confirm your signature, and signs the will |
| Notarization not required | A notary does not replace a witness |
| Witness affidavits | Signed and notarized at the same time, they let the will be proved in probate without finding the witnesses later (ORS 113.055) |
| Paper only | Since January 1, 2026, an electronic document does not count as a written will in Oregon |
Why notarized witness affidavits help in probate
When a will goes to probate, the court needs proof that it was properly signed and witnessed. If the witnesses signed affidavits at the signing and a notary notarized them, those affidavits can serve as that proof (ORS 113.055), so nobody has to track down the witnesses years later. That is why we recommend them, even though Oregon does not require a notary for the will itself.
We are notaries, not lawyers. We do not write wills or advise on what they say; we provide the witnesses and notarize their affidavits.
Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Two witnesses at our office | $60 |
| Two witnesses at your location | $120, plus the mobile visit |
| Notarization of each witness affidavit | $10 per signature |
| Mobile notary visit | $70 for the first 10 miles, plus $2 per mile after that |
Example: a will signed at home in Oregon City with two witnesses and two notarized affidavits: $70 for the visit, $120 for the witnesses and $20 for the affidavits, $210, plus mileage beyond 10 miles. At our Lake Oswego office the same signing is $80.
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Where we serve in Clackamas County
Our office is in Lake Oswego, at 5 Centerpointe Dr, Suite 400, open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Our mobile notary brings witnesses to homes, care facilities and hospitals in Oregon City, West Linn, Milwaukie, Happy Valley, Gladstone, Canby, Wilsonville, Estacada and Sandy, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Frequently asked questions
Where are wills probated in Clackamas County?
In the Clackamas County Circuit Court in Oregon City.
Why notarize the witness affidavits?
So the will can be proved in probate without finding the witnesses later (ORS 113.055).
Can you bring witnesses to my home in Oregon City?
Yes. Two witnesses at your location are $120, plus the mobile visit.
Do you give legal advice about wills?
No. We are notaries, not lawyers. Ask your attorney about the content of your will.
Book a will signing in Clackamas County
Book an appointment or call (971) 394-4152. Tell us whether you will come to Lake Oswego or need a home visit.