Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
Changing executor
parents deceased passing estate to 3 surving children one of which is named executor. He may be acting improperly. What is the process to replace him?
Asked on 7/02/08, 7:54 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: Changing executor
You have to petition the Surrogate's Court to remove the executor. In the petition grounds (specific reasons) must be given as to why the executor is acting improperly.
Mike.
Answered on 7/02/08, 8:23 am
jeffrey lazroe
Jeffrey A. Lazroe attorney at law
Re: Changing executor
I agree with Mr. Markowitz. If the court is in Western New York, please feel free to contact me.
Answered on 7/02/08, 10:18 am