The loss of a family member is always a difficult time, but it can become more distressing to learn that you have not received adequate provision out of the family member’s Will or have been excluded from the Will altogether. Generally, a person may leave their assets...
When someone dies, their assets are usually distributed according to their will. The person responsible for managing and distributing these assets is the “executor” of the deceased estate. In some cases, a will appoints more than one person to act as executor, and...
Are you an executor of a Will? Before administering the estate, you should understand that this role involves risks such as personal liability for the expenses of administering the estate. You also should be aware that you may be entitled to commission for your ‘pains...
