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John Mickelson: Choosing the Right Executor for Your Estate

Estate planning

Key Takeaways

  • An executor plays a central fiduciary role in administering an estate and carrying out the testator’s wishes.
  • Selecting the wrong executor can lead to asset mismanagement, family disputes, and prolonged probate.
  • Executors may be family members, trusted individuals, or professional entities such as trust companies.
  • Professional executors offer neutrality, accountability, and technical expertise for complex estates.
  • Discussing the role in advance and naming an alternate executor reduces the risk of court intervention.
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When an Executor Fails to Follow The Will: Consequences and Legal Remedies

When an individual creates a last will and testament, they do so with the expectation that their wishes regarding the distribution of their assets and the management of their estate will be carried out faithfully by the appointed executor.

Last will and testament

The role of an executor is crucial in the probate process, as they are responsible for ensuring that the decedent’s wishes are respected and that the estate is settled in accordance with the law. However, there are instances where an executor fails to adhere to the terms and instructions laid out in the will.

In this article, we will explore the consequences of such actions and the legal remedies available when an executor doesn’t follow the will.…

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