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Many parents imagine their adult children handling their estate after they pass. However, often times Wills are drafted before the children are adults. The question becomes: Can I appoint my child as my executor in Nova Scotia even if they are still a minor?
Read MoreBeing appointed as an executor of an estate is a position of trust and responsibility. Unfortunately, there may be instances where an executor fails to fulfill their duties adequately, causing distress and complications for the beneficiaries of the estate. In such cases, it may be necessary to remove the appointed executor using the Nova Scotia Probate Court.
Probate Court provides a legal avenue for addressing issues related to the administration of an estate. If you’re in Nova Scotia and find yourself in a situation where the executor is not carrying out their duties appropriately. This blog outlines the steps you can take to have them removed.
The Executor of an estate is appointed under the Will to “Administer” the estate. Some of the responsibilities of the Executor during the administration of the estate include:
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