An executor of a deceased estate has an obligation to the beneficiaries to account for their financial management of the estate. A beneficiary can require

A common question for an executor or the administrator of an estate is – who pays for legal costs I incur? It’s an important question,

Being an executor or an administrator isn’t easy. It takes a lot of responsibility and time. Often it is a thankless task! So can you be compensated for your time and effort?

As executor, you take a lot of care and responsibility. But what, if anything, are you entitled to?

Lawyers have had a lot of bad press over the years – much of it probably well-deserved. However, times are changing. The best modern law firms are highly focussed on providing the optimal client experience and solving their clients’ problems, generally at fixed prices.

Being an executor can be a stressful, time-consuming and sometimes difficult job. And it’s probably on top of your day-job, family and other pressures too. Consider these tips and keep your sanity.

Many executors manage the estate on an entirely unpaid (voluntary) basis. They deserve a medal. However, the time-consuming and sometimes difficult work of managing and estate can take its toll – we see many an exhausted executor.

There is a better way! Being an executor doesn’t mean you (personally) have to do everything.