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If there is no will, a court can appoint an executor to handle the estate. The court will typically choose a close family member or friend to serve as the executor.

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Who becomes the executor of an estate if no one accepts being executor and no relatives?

The court will appoint an executor either an attorney or a bank. The cost will come out of the estate.


Does the courts take over or appoint an administator of and estate in the case of 2 siblings not agree on one The estate in question has no will?

The court will appoint an executor, at the expense of the estate.


Can the court appoint an executor named in the will?

That is what needs to happen. The executor would apply to the court with a copy of the will and request the appointment. The court will then issue a letter of authority for them to act on behalf of the estate.


What if no one is appointed executor and there are seven children?

No will or estate will fail because of the lack of an executor. The court will appoint someone to serve.


What happens when an estate administrator dies?

If the person left a Will the Will will identify who the administrator (executor) of the estate is to be - only this person can anministor the estate. If there is no Will then the state will appoint an administrator (there will be country specific laws relating to how this happens).


Can one be an executor of probate but not the estate?

There is no executor of probate. The executor of the estate executes the will and probates the estate.


If a father dies and doesn't have a wife who is the executor of the estate?

The court must appoint the executor and will appoint the person named in the will by the testator unless that person declines, is deceased or is determined to be unfit by the court. In that case any one of the surviving children may petition for appointment and if there are no objections that person will be appointed executor.


What to do when nobody was named as executor in heir estate?

If nobody was named as an executor in someone's estate, you should check the local laws and regulations regarding intestate succession. In most jurisdictions, the court will appoint an administrator to handle the estate. This is usually a close family member or a professional. Consult with an attorney who specializes in estate law to understand the specific steps and requirements in your jurisdiction.


If you die and leave your estate to your minor child who will receive the money until she is 18?

The court will appoint an administrator/executor/trustee, if no one is named in the will.


What happens if the executor of an estate refuses their position and makes the next of kin executor?

Happens all the time. No big deal. The executor, whomever it is, fulfills the duties are required by law. And if no one 'wants' to be the executor, the court will appoint someone to do it, usually an attorney or a bank.


What happens when an executrix of an estate dies before the estate is settled?

Someone else will be appointed the executor. The probate court will appoint someone, usually a bank or attorney, if no one 'volunteers' to do the work.


Your father had no will are you responsible for his medical bills after his death?

Well, not you personally. But your father's estate will have to settle the outstanding liabilities. If your family cannot agree on a executor, the court will appoint one. The executor's job is to see that all bills are paid prior to distribution of the estate to the heirs.