Lease signed by brother 14 years ago, found out property mgr. does not have a copy of the lease, roof of building leaking into store, will not repair and want to terminate lease. I never signed the lease, my name or corporate name not on the lease. Only I have a copy of the original lease.
You should discuss this topic with a real estate attorney. The attorney will be in a position to advise you whether by your conduct in the intervening years you may have assumed the lease or otherwise be liable under it.
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