Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

If I had Power of Attorney for my mom before she died, how do I become Executor after death if no will was left, and I need to take care of IRS/Financial issues and File a Final Tax Return in her name?


Asked on 4/13/10, 3:52 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

You would become Administrator if you were to initiate a probate case. Your power of attorney is now worthless.

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Answered on 4/18/10, 4:50 pm
Ken Koenen, LLM Law Office of Ken Koenen

You need to file a petiton to be named as administrator of the estate. It would be beneficial for you to hire an attorney, and the fees are paid at the end of the probate from the estate, not from you.

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Answered on 4/19/10, 4:46 pm


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