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he has changed his will a few times..how do we know if we have the latest?
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Does an executor have to go to court for power?
Yes. An executor has no legal authority until they have been appointed by the court.Yes. An executor has no legal authority until they have been appointed by the court.Yes. An executor has no legal authority until they have been appointed by the court.Yes. An executor has no legal authority until they have been appointed by the court.
Can a person who was living with your dad prevent his children from being appointed executor of his estate?
In general, a person living with your dad does not have the legal authority to prevent his children from being appointed as executor of his estate. The appointment of an executor is typically determined by the person's will or by law if there is no will. Family members are usually given priority in being appointed as executors. It is advisable to consult with a legal professional for specific advice regarding this situation.
Is a Will valid if the only one Executor appointed in it dies?
Yes. The court will appoint a new executor when it is notified that the first executor it appointed has died.
How do you get Executor Power?
Generally, in order to be appointed the Executor of an estate you must present the Will to the Probate Court for allowance and at the same time petition to be appointed the Executor.
How do you become a court appointed executor?
You file the will with the probate court with a petition asking that the will be allowed and that you be appointed the executor. If there is a named executor in the will who has died or who does not want to serve you should provide proof to the court.
Will a POA become the executor if none is named in a will?
They could petition to be appointed executor. The court will determine who should be appointed.
When should an executor of an estate know they are appointed executor?
When the testator has passed away. That is when their duties begin. The first thing they have to do is file with the probate court to be appointed as executor.
How do you change the executor of a will?
The individual has his or her will amended to show the new named executor or executrix. The amending will need to be witnessed and notarized (preferably) in the same manner as the original document, but not neccessarily by the original witnesses. An executor or executrix who has been appointed by the probate court or was named by the testator (testrix) must be relieved of the responsibility through the court.
Can the executor of the estate appoint himself as power of attorney?
No, he cannot. He needs to be appointed the executor by the probate court. Until then he has no authority whatsoever.No, he cannot. He needs to be appointed the executor by the probate court. Until then he has no authority whatsoever.No, he cannot. He needs to be appointed the executor by the probate court. Until then he has no authority whatsoever.No, he cannot. He needs to be appointed the executor by the probate court. Until then he has no authority whatsoever.
How do you remove appointed executor?
You need to file a motion to have the executor removed and a successor appointed. You will need to present your reasons to the court.You need to file a motion to have the executor removed and a successor appointed. You will need to present your reasons to the court.You need to file a motion to have the executor removed and a successor appointed. You will need to present your reasons to the court.You need to file a motion to have the executor removed and a successor appointed. You will need to present your reasons to the court.
Must all beneficiaries agree to new executor before he can be appointed?
No, beneficiaries do not have to agree on the appointment of an executor. The court makes the appointment. If the family doesn't want someone appointed, the court will likely assign the duties to an attorney or bank.
Can an attorney in Texas who drafts a will be appointed executor in the will?
It is common for an attorney to be appointed executor. Other choices are banks or the court can appoint someone.
