A personal representative, or executor, is the person(s) or organization named to carry out the instructions in a will. If a personal representative is not named, the probate court will appoint one.
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A personal representative, or executor, is the person(s) or organization named to carry out the instructions in a will. If a personal representative is not named, the probate court will appoint one.
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