Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
does an executor have to do have to do as the heirs wish?
Asked on 3/13/10, 11:12 am
3 Answers from Attorneys
David Labovitz
Labovitz Law Firm, P.A.
The executor has to act in accordance with the terms of the will.
Answered on 3/18/10, 11:17 am
Sarah Grosse
Sarah Grosse, Esquire
The executor (personal representative) is a fiduciary of the estate. The executor does not answer to the heirs, but rather answers to the estate and the court in which the estate is probated.
Answered on 3/18/10, 11:40 am
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