Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Ohio
Does an excutor of a will have full power of attorney?
Asked on 6/21/13, 9:58 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Thomas Sacerich
Thomas J. Sacerich, Attorney at Law
Once a person dies the power of attorney is no longer effective. An executor does have full power to handle the probate assets but only after the probate court appoints him/her the executor.
Until someone is appointed executor or administrator no one has authority to do anything.
T. Sacerich. 440-974-8081
Answered on 6/21/13, 6:58 pm