Document background
A Letter of Executor serves as the official authorization for an appointed individual to manage and settle a deceased person's estate. This document is essential when a named executor needs to prove their legal authority to act on behalf of the estate. The Letter of Executor, issued by U.S. probate courts, enables the executor to perform crucial tasks such as accessing bank accounts, selling property, paying debts, and distributing assets to beneficiaries. The document's requirements and scope of authority vary by state jurisdiction, but it consistently serves as the primary evidence of an executor's appointment and powers.
