TAG: #execute will

Why am I an executrix and not an executor?

04.20.2023

An executor is a person, appointed by the decedent’s will, who is in charge of overseeing the distribution of assets. The executor works with the Court to ensure all the paperwork is filed – they typically work closely with the attorney for the estate. When the executor or female, they…

Do I have to use the same attorney to update my will that drafted it? 

04.06.2023

No. You can go to any attorney you want to update your will. However, the attorney who drafted it likely (should) have a word copy of the will that can be easily updated. If you go to a new attorney, they might need to draft an entirely new will because…