Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Illinois
execution of a will
My ex-husband passed away 2 yrs ago and in the codicil (drawn up 8/2004) to his original will it was stated to pay off my mortgage - can the executor deny this?
Asked on 10/29/07, 5:27 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Joseph Michelotti
Michelotti & Associates, Ltd.
Re: execution of a will
The executor has a responsibility to comply with the will and all codicils. So the executor cannot "deny" this. However, If there is not enough money in the estate to pay the mortgage off this is a different issue.
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Joe Michelotti
Answered on 10/29/07, 6:30 pm