What is an administratrix CTA?

Answer 1

An Administatrix CTA is a fiduciary appointed by the Court to manage the estate of a deceased who either (1) left a last will and testament which did not nominate an executor or (2) whose last will and testament did nominante an executor but that nominee is deceased, refuses to serve or, having been previously appointed executor and served, was later removed by the Court. Adminstratrix CTA (female) or Administrator CTA (male) appointments are rare because most wills nominate both an executor and an alternate executor, one of whom generally is alive and willing to serve. The use of the term "Administrarix" in connection with a proceeding involving a Last Will and Testament may also cause some confusion. Typically, when the decedent leaves a will the matter is a "Probate" matter and the fiduciary is called the "Executor." If the decedent dies without a will (i.e. intestate) the proceeding is called an 'Administration" proceeding and the fiduciary is called an "Administratrix." So the term Administratrix CTA literally, Administratrix cum testamento annexo (i.e. with Testament [Will] annexed) is sometimes misunderstood.

Answer 2

An administratrix CTA or "cum testamento annexo" is a legal term that refers to a person appointed by the court to administer the estate of a deceased person according to the terms of their will. This individual is typically responsible for managing the assets, paying debts, and distributing the remaining property to the beneficiaries named in the will.