No. If one is not named in the will the court will appoint one if necessary.
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.
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.
Generally, an executor doesn't need to be the "legal spouse".
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.
The court will appoint the executor and typically will grant it to the person the children request.
If you already have a named executor, there is no need for a lawyer.
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.
No. The executor would need to file a resignation with the court and the court will appoint a successor.
You don't, but the estate does.
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.
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.
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.