Can the executor of a will be changed by other benificiaries

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the older sibling was assigned executor. since the death of decedent, the older sibling has relocated out of state. other siblings are having problems contacting him to get answers about proceedings. decisions have been made that other siblings dispute.

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Joseph Pippen ·
If he is not doing the job and will not resign-you can petition the court to have him removed and someone else appointed.
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James Frederick ·
It is not clear from your summary whether your brother is actually ACTING as executor, or if he was just nominated as executor in the Will. If the estate is already open, you would need to petition the court to remove the executor for failure to administer the estate. If the estate is not yet open, then you can petition to open the estate. Your brother would then need to object to your appointment. The court would then need to decide who is better situated to act. James Frederick
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