Executor Powers In Georgia

Summary

In Georgia, executors named in a will can manage the estate independently without court approval unless contested. If a will is challenged, legal representation is essential. Executors handle tasks like asset management and debt payment. If facing probate litigation, consider consulting a local attorney for guidance.

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What does it mean when somebody States in their will that the executor Powers power to administrate a state says shall have the following rights powers and authority without order of court and without notice to anyone to identify gather value secure manage and distribute assets maintain records to settle and wind up business affairs to pay the final necessary returns redirect mail cancel services established trust and to carry out my wishes as set forth in this will
In Georgia, when a will states that the executor has powers to administrate the estate "without order of court and without notice to anyone," it means:
- The executor can act independently without seeking court approval.
- They can manage, distribute, and settle the estate's affairs without notifying beneficiaries.
- They'll handle tasks like gathering assets, paying debts, and fulfilling the deceased's instructions.
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I am listed as the independent executor also the beneficiary and the personal representative in the will to my uncle's estate now my cousin is challenging my will and I am in probate / litigation illegally because she did not have our show evidence to contest my will my attorney did not make her provide evidence and do I have the right to act as it says in the will without a court notice or order
****, it seems you have a complex situation involving probate litigation. In Georgia, if you're named as an executor with powers to act independently, you generally can manage the estate without court approval unless challenged. If your cousin is contesting the will, it's crucial to have legal representation. Have you considered discussing these issues with your attorney or seeking another legal opinion?
As a matter of fact I had an attorney which on the initial hearing told me I didn't need to be present it was for council only he lied to me my cousin was there her attorney was there and somebody who is claiming to be the biological son of my uncle who has still not shown any proof as far as birth certificate DNA nothing he has absolutely no evidence my attorney has not made him provide evidence which my attorney said that he was going to during the initial hearing they were all present I was not a consolidated my case with my cut my cousin's case with mine and they started a joint scheduling order without my consent I asked my attorney several different times what evidence do they have to stand and contest my will I
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****, your situation seems quite complex with potential legal issues around probate litigation and representation. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, can you give me a bit more information about the issue?
My uncle named me independent executor beneficiary and personal representative of his estate in his will the estate value is *,* *,* remaining balance *,* equity Plus I have a cousin who is challenging my will but has committed multiple acts of fraud male fraud identity theft false allegations to adult protective services she just purchased yourself an emotion to file for special emergency special administrator of my estate I filed an objection to that my attorney with you for my case the next day consolidated my case and had a joint scheduling order with opposing console on the initial hearing date I was told not to be present it was for council only I did not give consent for my case to be consolidated or to a joint scheduling order I put several things in writing to him and he turned around and he went through my case without my consent
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****, this seems like a high-value case due to the complexity of the probate litigation and the alleged fraudulent actions by your cousin. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If yes, what is your phone number?
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****, could you provide your zipcode? This will help in connecting you to local lawyers who can assist you with your case.
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****, could you please provide your email address? This will help in connecting you with local lawyers who can better assist you with your case.
Not at the moment thank you
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****, it seems you've covered your bases well for now. If you need further assistance or have more questions in the future, feel free to reach out. Take care!