Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Connecticut

Executrix Fee

Once an estate is probated can the executrix bill the estate for her fee? And what is the maximum that can be billed to the estate?


Asked on 8/22/05, 5:45 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

John Heffernan Heffernan Legal Group, LLP

Re: Executrix Fee

A fiduciary (an executrix, for example) can charge a fee based on the number of hours spent and the work done. A reasonable fee is usually about $30-$40 per hour. But the fee has to be approved by the probate court, so keep good records.

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Answered on 8/23/05, 2:36 pm


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