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Stark & Stark

When Executors Go Too Far: What to Do About Fiduciary Misconduct in Pennsylvania Estates

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Executors play a crucial role in managing and distributing an estate according to the wishes outlined in a will. But what happens when an executor steps outside their duties or abuses their power?...more

Walkers

Your comprehensive guide to appointing an executor

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What you need to know before appointing an executor under your Will - Appointing the right executor is one of the most important decisions when preparing a Will. Executors play a central role in the administration of an...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

The Case for Mediating Estate Disputes: An Option for Probate Attorneys to Consider

If you’ve ever served as an executor, you may already know how complicated, stressful, and time-consuming the process can be. In fact, according to a recent study, the average estate takes the executor about 570 hours to...more

Downey Brand LLP

Judgments Should Name Fiduciaries in Their Representative Capacities

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When an administrator (or executor) of a California estate is named in a judgment, the attorney drafting the judgment must be careful. A person who acts in a representative capacity should be identified that way in the...more

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