executor
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Their mother made Jerry her health proxy and Arnold the executor of her will, forcing in effect their cooperation.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
A last will and testament is a document that indicates who will receive assets after someone dies and names an executor, or personal representative, to administer the estate.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
One client, “Thelma,” a 79-year-old woman in Washington state, initially wanted to name a distant nephew as executor and beneficiary.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026
I am the executor of a trust for my son with special needs.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
Although he said he was the executor, Violet felt like Mr. Poe was the executioner.
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
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