Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Re: executor of estate

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If the party is named in the last will and testament of the decedent or if he or she is the closest living relative or friend willing to so act in the capacity of the personal representative. A petition for administration must be filed with the court asking that the party be named as the personal representative. Depending on the relationship, a judge may order a bond be paid to enfure the faithful performance of his or her duties.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.