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No. If one is not named in the will the court will appoint one if necessary.

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Q: Does there need to be an alternative executor to a Will?
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Does the remainder man need an executor?

The executor is responsible for the distribution of the estate. The remainder man does not need a separate executor, though there may be cases were they need to have their own attorney.


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.


What if the executor is not the legal spouse?

Generally, an executor doesn't need to be the "legal spouse".


If you leave everything to your wife do you need an execuror?

If you are writing a will, then you need an executor. However in this case where you are leaving everything to her, she can be the executor.


Does the court need to assign a executor if the children agree who will be a executor?

The court will appoint the executor and typically will grant it to the person the children request.


do you have to have a lawyer to probate a will if the will dictates who is teh executor ?

If you already have a named executor, there is no need for a lawyer.


How do you get named as executor if your parent has already passed away?

You need to submit the will to probate court for allowance and ask to be appointed the executor. If there is a different executor named in the will they may need to sign a declination.


Can an executor sign over executor-ship over to someone else?

No. The executor would need to file a resignation with the court and the court will appoint a successor.


Do you need an executor at all?

You don't, but the estate does.


What rights have as beneficiary in will when not the executor?

All the rights required. He or she does not need to be an executor to receive any bequest. It is the responsibility and legal duty of the executor to carry out the wishes of the deceased.


What if the executor of a will was put in jail for a felony conviction does the secondary executor listed in the will automatically become the executor?

No one automatically becomes an executor. The executor must be appointed by the court. The first executor will need to be removed by the court and a successor must be appointed. However, the court will do nothing until a petition is filed requesting the changes.


What is the executor fee in Connecticut?

Executor fees vary from county to county and also depending on what you need the executor for. Call around and get some prices in your area within the state of Connecticut.