You’ve Been Named as an Executor — Here’s What Happens Next

To complete a Will with My Guardian Will, we need to speak with the chosen Executor. This is a short call to explain your role and confirm you’re happy to act.

Why You’re Being Asked to Book This Call

Being named as an Executor means you’ve been trusted to carry out someone’s wishes if the worst were to happen.

This call is simply to:

- Explain what the Executor role involves (in plain English)

- Make sure you’re comfortable acting in this role

- Ensure there are no surprises or misunderstandings later on

You’re not committing to anything today — just having a short, helpful conversation.

A Quick Explanation Before You Book

This short video explains why Executors are involved in the Will-making process and what to expect from the call.

What We’ll Cover on the Call

1. Your Role as an Executor
We explain what an Executor actually does and what responsibilities are involved.

2. Your Consent to Act
We confirm you’re happy to be named and answer any questions you have.

3. Next Steps
Once confirmed, we can complete the Will with confidence and clarity.

The call is with a real person, takes around 10 minutes, and is completely confidential.

Something Many Executors Realise

Many people we speak to as Executors tell us they hadn’t thought about their own family protection until this conversation.

It’s common to discover that:

- You don’t yet have a Will

- Guardians haven’t been formally appointed

- Key decisions haven’t been written down

There’s no pressure — but for many, this call highlights how important it is to have things in place for their own family too.

FAQ's

What is an Executor

An Executor is someone appointed to manage and oversee the administration of a deceased person's estate. This includes fulfilling the deceased's wishes according to their Will, managing financial obligations, and distributing the estate.

Why appoint an Executor?

Appointing an Executor ensures a legally authorised process for managing and distributing an estate. It also provides peace of mind that the estate will be handled according to the deceased's wishes, and helps prevent disputes among beneficiaries.

What’s the difference between an Executor and a Reserve Executor?

An Executor is the person (or people) named in a Will to manage the estate when the person who made the Will passes away. They handle tasks like collecting assets, paying debts, and distributing inheritances according to the Will.A Reserve Executor is a backup. They only step in if one or more of the main Executors are unable or unwilling to act when the time comes — for example, if they’ve passed away, are too unwell, or simply don’t want to take on the responsibility. Naming reserve Executors helps make sure there’s always someone ready and legally able to carry out the role, without delays or the need for a court appointment.

Can Executors be held personally liable?

Yes — Executors carry personal financial liability for any mistakes they make when administering an estate. This means that if errors occur (for example, paying the wrong beneficiary, missing debts, or underpaying taxes), they may have to repay the loss from their own money — even if the mistake was unintentional.This is one reason many people choose to appoint a professional Executor, as it removes the burden from friends or family and ensures the estate is handled by someone with experience and insurance to cover any potential errors.

Where can an Executor find help or guidance?

If you need help or guidance as an Executor, we're here to support you. Please get in touch with us through the contact form and we will get contact you.

Book Your 10-Minute Call

Choose a time below that works for you. Once completed, we can move forward with finalising the Will.

This short call helps ensure everything is done properly, clearly, and with confidence — for everyone involved.

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