Q: My great aunt passed away and my brother and I are names are on the will, we haven’t seen the will and they wanted us
To sign a paper that was typed up and we didn’t do cause it wasn’t the actual will and now it’s a family fight and we don’t no what to do
A: If your Great Aunt died with a will - meaning she died testate - then a copy of the will is on file with the clerk of the court. You should go to the probate clerk and ask to see a copy of the file or the will. This will allow you to read the will for yourself and determine if the "paper" is an appropriate document for you to sign. If you don't understand the process, the will, or the paper, then you need to bring a copy of the will to an attorney and obtain legal advice. Sincerely, Bryan.
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