letters testamentary

pl.n.
A document issued by a probate court or officer informing an executor of a will of his or her appointment and empowering the executor to discharge the appointed responsibilities.

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The formal instrument of authority and appointment granted by the proper court to an executor (one designated in a will to manage the estate of the deceased) empowering that person to execute the functions of the office.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a legal document from a probate court or court officer informing you of your appointment as executor of a will and empowering you to discharge those responsibilities

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