What if the executor is mismanaging the estate?

What this usually means

Executors have a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries. If they are self-dealing, failing to manage assets properly, or withholding information, you can petition the probate court to remove them and appoint a replacement. Keep records of all communications. Consult a probate litigation attorney.

What to do next

• Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
• Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
• Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
• Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.

Related questions

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• What if the executor won't communicate with me?