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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.

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If the executor of a will dies would that person's next of kin automatically become the executor?

No. If the executor dies the court must appoint a new executor.


How doI become an executor of a dead relative.?

how can I become an executor of a dead relative


How can someone become appointed as an executor?

To become appointed as an executor, a person must be named in a will as the executor by the deceased individual. The court will then validate the will and officially appoint the executor to carry out the instructions outlined in the will.


How do you become an executor of a will?

To become an executor of a will, you must be named as such in the will itself. The testator, or the person who created the will, typically designates an executor to carry out their wishes after they pass away. It is important to ensure that you understand the responsibilities and duties of an executor before agreeing to take on this role.


If you are supposed to receive inheritance money from a will but it doesn' state the age you are supposed to get it do you automatically get it when you turn 18 or does the will holder get to decide w?

When you become an adult, you are entitled to the money. The executor has no choice but to distribute the money.


How do you change the executor of an estate after the death of the family member My brother is executor and wants nothing to do with estate. How can I become the executor?

The executor can file a resignation with the court and you would petition for appointment as the successor.


How can someone become appointed as the executor of an estate?

To become appointed as the executor of an estate, a person typically needs to be named as such in the deceased person's will. The court will then review the will and officially appoint the executor. The executor is responsible for managing the deceased person's assets, debts, and distributing the estate according to the will.


How can someone become the executor of an estate?

To become the executor of an estate, a person must be named as such in the deceased individual's will. The court will then officially appoint the executor after the will is probated. The executor is responsible for managing the deceased person's assets, paying debts, and distributing the remaining assets to beneficiaries according to the will.


What happens to the assets due to an executor if the executor of a will dies?

They become part of his estate. The executor of his estate would file the claim against the first estate.


Can i become executor of an estate after my father's death?

There is no reason you cannot become executor of an estate as long as the court agrees. As long as you are 18 or older, you can serve in that capacity.


Can you become an FBI with a felony conviction?

NO


Does a will become null and void if the executor is a friend of the widow?

No. A person making a will usually chooses a friend or relative to be their executor. The executor may even be someone who benefits from the will. There is no requirement for the executor to be 'independent' in any way.