Once the will has been allowed by the court and the executor has been appointed the testator's instructions must be carried out as long as they were expressed in the will.
Generally, the powers that ARE discretionary are set forth in the will. The executor cannot make changes to the provisions in the will unless the will explicitly gives that power. The duty of the executor is to carry out the provisions in the will. You should discuss this topic with an attorney.
I believe that this is probably legal, although somewhat complicated - all states have differing laws governing the split of marital 'real' property and you would undoubtedly need the assistance of counsel to do it properly and legally in carrying out your mother's wishes.
In most cases, stepchildren are not automatically entitled to inherit from your estate unless you specifically include them in your will or estate plan. If you wish for your stepchildren to receive any of your assets upon your passing, you should outline your intentions in a legally binding document like a will or trust. Consulting with an estate planning attorney can help you ensure that your wishes are carried out effectively.
It depends on the specific circumstances and the laws in your jurisdiction. Generally, if there is a valid will specifying who is to receive the family memorabilia, those wishes should be respected. If you believe you are entitled to certain items and they were not given to you as stated in the will, you may need to consult with a lawyer to explore your legal options for seeking resolution.
contact the person named as the executor (the person responsible for seeing that the will is probated). He / she is charged with the fiduciary duty to insure that all aspects of the will are carried out according to the wishes of the deceased person.
A will.
The dead person's last will and testament.
Generally not.
Yes, having a will and power of attorney is important to ensure that your wishes are carried out and your affairs are managed appropriately in the event of incapacity or death. A will specifies how your assets should be distributed after your death, while a power of attorney allows someone to make decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated.
Well, generally you are given 3 wishes or unlimited wishes. You have to make each wish one at a time. But, you can still make them relatively close together. Or like the previous editor said... it depends on the writer. yeah your right man..
Generally NO. If your insurer wishes to cancel your policy they are required to notify you prior to cancellation.
No, they can appoint another trustee, as long as all the promised wishes get carried out specifically as designated.
No, it is generally not recommended to name your executor as a beneficiary in your will to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure impartiality in carrying out your wishes.
Wishes is the plural. The singular form is wish.
It depends on the student. Generally a mature student is someone who wishes to learn and therefore will apply themselves to the subject.
The people who contact public officials to express their wishes are generally called constituents or citizens. They may also be referred to as lobbyists, activists, or advocates depending on their specific role or purpose in contacting the officials.
The person who writes a will is known as the "testator" or "will maker." This individual outlines how their assets and property should be distributed after their death. It is crucial for the will to be legally valid to ensure that the testator's wishes are carried out as intended.