Declining Co Executor Role

Summary

You are not obligated to serve as a co-executor if you do not wish to. In New York City, you should officially resign in writing to record your decision, provide legal protection, and ensure all parties are informed. Notify the probate court and the current executor. Consulting a local attorney for further details is advisable.

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I Received a will that the executive of the estate wants me to sign as co executive of the estate.do I have to Im not interested
Hello ****. As a general rule, you are not obligated to serve as a co-executor if you do not wish to. It's important to communicate this to the current executor and potentially a probate court. Laws may vary depending on your location. Could you share where you are located?
New york city
Hello ****,
Given that you're in New York City, here are your legal rights:
- You can decline your role as a co-executor.
- You should officially resign in writing.
- Notify the probate court and current executor.
For further details, you may want to consult with a local attorney.
Why do I have to do it in writing. I never signed anything
In New York, a written resignation helps to:
- Officially record your decision
- Provide legal protection
- Ensure all parties are informed
It's a standard legal process, even if you didn't sign anything initially.