[WSBAPT] Signature for PR declination - testate probate

[Inge Fordham]

I have used electronic signatures in Pierce Co. without incident.  Heather is right though, every commissioner is different (and sometimes I think it depends on their mood, what they had for breakfast, if they need coffee, etc., etc.).  I would give it a try.

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From: <wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> on behalf of Joshua McKarcher <josh at mckarcherlaw.com>
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Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 10:58 AM
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Subject: Re: [WSBAPT] Signature for PR declination - testate probate

This could be very county-specific, and this could be completely unhelpful, I suppose, but a hard copy printout of the e-signed document would work here in Asotin County. And we do not even have electronic filing. Best, Josh

From: wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com <wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> On Behalf Of Suzanne Lieberman
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Subject: [WSBAPT] Signature for PR declination - testate probate

Hello,

Does anyone know whether the courts will accept an electronic signature for a PR declination? Signer, decedent's sister, is first valid PR named in will (first is decedent's ex-wife). Signer signed electronically, using a cursive e-signature, and did not include the "/s/." Signer's signature also includes a hyphenated name not included in the typed name below the signature line.

We represent the sole beneficiary and daughter of decedent, the proposed PR, who was 8 when the will was done. I have always gotten wet signatures for these declinations so an e-signature is a first for me but I don't want to bother the aunt for a wet signature if one is not needed because she is a bit difficult. (But I supposed I'd need to ask again anyway as the signed name needs to precisely reflect the typed name below the signature line, correct?)

Sincerely,

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