Executor Misconduct and Removal

Common red flags include:

Unreasonable Delays - Executor takes too long to distribute assets or file paperwork.

Failure to Communicate - Beneficiaries are left in the dark with no updates.

Conflict of Interest - Executor prioritizes personal interests over the estate's best interest.

Financial Mismanagement - Missing funds, inaccurate records, or questionable transactions.

Refusal to Act - Executor fails to carry out basic administrative duties.

When executor misconduct occurs, beneficiaries can take legal steps such as:

Formal Complaints - Demand accountability or request passing of accounts.

Supervision Orders - Court supervision of executor decisions and conduct.

Executor Removal - Court application to remove and replace the executor.

Surcharge Claims - Hold executor financially liable for mismanagement.

Injunctions - Prevent further harm or freezing of estate assets.

At ME Law, we assist beneficiaries, co-executors, and interested parties in protecting estates against negligent or unethical executors. Our services include:

Evidence Review - Evaluating whether misconduct has occurred and to what extent.

Court Applications - Filing for removal or formal supervision of the executor.

Account Review - Analyzing financial records and asset distribution.

Emergency Action - Seeking urgent relief where estate assets are at risk.

Executor misconduct can delay justice and erode the value of an estate. If you suspect mismanagement, contact ME Law for a confidential consultation and immediate action.