What is an executor, and how does their role differ from that of a trustee?

An executor is responsible for handling your estate through probate after death.

A trustee manages assets held in your trust, either during incapacity or after death, without court involvement.

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If you need to speak with an experienced California trust and estate administration lawyer, please contact us online or call us directly at 800.756.5596 to discuss scheduling a free appointment, if you qualify. Please note that our firm can only meet with the Successor Trustee or Executor of a decedent’s CA trust or will. Additionally, we do not contest or litigate any trusts or wills. Our trust and administration law firm proudly serves clients throughout California from our main office in Torrance, including Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, El Segundo, Palos Verdes Peninsula and the Greater South Bay area.

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Philip J. Kavesh
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