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No, the testator does not have to inform anyone that they made a new will or what the contents of the will are.

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There is no legal requirement for the testator to notify the previous executor in writing when creating a new will. However, it is recommended to inform the previous executor to avoid any confusion or potential challenges to the new will after the testator's passing.

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When a new will is written does the previous executor who is also a beneficiary have to be notified in writing by the testate?

There is no requirement to do so. The executor does not even have to be notified that they were appointed.


Does the previous executor have to be notified of any changes or issue of a new will if a new will is written does the executor who is also a beneficiary need to be advised in writing?

There is no reason to inform anyone. It isn't any of their business who is named in the will.


Can an executor bill for time before client is deceased and what if services are performed then client changes executors?

NO. There is no executor until the testator has died and the executor has been appointed by the court.A living person can execute a Power of Attorney and appoint an agent to perform tasks for them while they are living. The agent should have an agreement in writing that explains duties and compensation. The agent can submit a claim against the estate for any payment still due once the testator has died.


Can an executor resign?

As a matter of law, once you commence acting as executor, or intermeddle in an estate as it's also called, you are responsible for the administration of the estate. As such, if you wish to resign as executor after taking control of the testator's property, you must formally renounce your position in writing. In order to do this, you will need to submit a letter of renunciation in writing to the probate court. The precise form of this letter can vary from state to state. As such, you should check with your local probate office to see what precise form is required.


Can an executor of an estate be removed as executor?

No. Not unless they file for an appointment of an agent with the court. However, they must have a good reason such as when the appointed executor resides at some distance from the court or in another state. The agent is usually an attorney.Generally, an executor is expected to perform their duties personally and they are responsible for ever action they take as executor. See related link.No. Not unless they file for an appointment of an agent with the court. However, they must have a good reason such as when the appointed executor resides at some distance from the court or in another state. The agent is usually an attorney.Generally, an executor is expected to perform their duties personally and they are responsible for ever action they take as executor. See related link.No. Not unless they file for an appointment of an agent with the court. However, they must have a good reason such as when the appointed executor resides at some distance from the court or in another state. The agent is usually an attorney.Generally, an executor is expected to perform their duties personally and they are responsible for ever action they take as executor. See related link.No. Not unless they file for an appointment of an agent with the court. However, they must have a good reason such as when the appointed executor resides at some distance from the court or in another state. The agent is usually an attorney.Generally, an executor is expected to perform their duties personally and they are responsible for ever action they take as executor. See related link.


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If you don't want to be the executor, you can always refuse the assignment. Make sure to speak with the person writing the will or legal document and state your refusal in writing.


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The executor must resign in writing or be removed by the court and the court must appoint a successor.