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  1. What Is Required of an Executor? - ElderLawAnswers

    Aug 7, 2023 · An executor is the person responsible for managing the administration of the estate of someone who has passed away. As an executor of an estate, you may be liable to the …

  2. Who Does a Probate Attorney Represent: Executor or Heirs?

    Feb 23, 2024 · In estate planning, the executor, or personal representative, is responsible for managing the administration of the estate after an individual passes away. An executor may …

  3. How Long Does an Executor's Job Take? - ElderLawAnswers

    Mar 14, 2022 · How Much Time Do These Duties Take? How much actual time one must devote to this job can range widely. Settling an estate takes an average of 16 months, according the …

  4. Appointing an Executor? Here's What an Executor Cannot Do

    Jan 5, 2023 · An executor is a person you choose to administer your estate upon your death. When you have passed away, the executor, assuming they agree to take on this role and can …

  5. Is an Executor Required to Provide Beneficiaries with

    May 10, 2016 · To answer your last question first, only the executor is entitled to the deceased’s financial records. However, the executor has a duty to provide the beneficiaries with any …

  6. Estate Planning Basics: What Is an Executrix? - ElderLawAnswers

    Feb 13, 2023 · For example, suppose a man wants his sister to distribute his bequests. His testamentary document states, “I appoint my sister, Mary Smith, as Executrix of this will.” The …

  7. What Can We Do If the Executor Decides to Ignore the Will?

    Jun 5, 2024 · My eldest sister is the executor of our mother’s estate. She found additional money that belonged to my mother. She is not following my mother’s will and dividing the additional …

  8. Estate Planning: 3 Things to Know About Being an Executor

    Jan 20, 2023 · An executor is a person or entity you choose to carry out your last wishes outlined in your will. Your executor should be someone you trust is responsible enough to manage your …

  9. The Basics of Estate Administration - ElderLawAnswers

    The executor must file an account with the probate court listing any income to the estate since the date of death and all expenses and estate distributions. Once the court approves this final …

  10. Can I Refuse to Serve as Executor? - ElderLawAnswers

    Jan 7, 2016 · Just because you are named as executor in a will does not mean you are required to serve as an executor. If your mother-in-law is still alive, you can inform her you no longer …