Elder Law Report
Elder Law Report
Greg McIntyre, J.D., M.B.A.
Probate Bootcamp: An Executor's Guide
9 minutes Posted May 21, 2025 at 4:00 am.
Introduction to Probate Boot Camp
Executor Duties and Responsibilities
Filing Process and Notice to Creditors
Will Contests and Legal Challenges
Compensation and Professional Help
Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
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What exactly happens when someone names you as the executor of their will? Far more than most people realize. In this enlightening discussion, attorneys Jane Dearwester and Haley Matson of McIntyre Elder Law pull back the curtain on the executor's role during their "Probate Boot Camp." The conversation begins with a crucial concept many new executors don't fully grasp: the fiduciary duty. This legal standard means you're handling someone else's money with the highest level of care and respon...