Understanding Letters Testamentary

Letters Testamentary

“Letters testamentary are official documents issued by a probate court authorizing the executor to manage and distribute the deceased’s estate.”

Financial institutions and other third parties require letters testamentary before releasing funds or assets to the executor.

These letters prove the executor has legal authority to act on behalf of the estate.

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