Can someone appointed as executor of the estate resign?
Yes, by way of a written notice to court to this effect. However, the resignation will not be effective until approved by court.
Can the court dismiss an executor of the estate on its own initiative?
Yes! The court has discretion to dismiss the executor of the estate if he/she does not fulfill his/her role properly or it sees another reason for the dismissal.
Who can ask for the court to dismiss the executor of the estate?
An interested party.
Can a creditor ask for the court to dismiss the executor of the estate?
No!
When does the executor's appointment end?
When the court approves the completion of his role.
What happens if the executor of the estate dies?
His appointment ends automatically, and the court will appoint a replacement.
Who pays for the costs of the legal plea involved in firing a executor?
The estate.
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