Administration of an Estate

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Administration of an Estate?

Estate administration involves a personal representative of the decedent gathering the assets of the estate, paying the decedent's taxes and debts, and distributing the remaining assets to the beneficiaries.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Wills Trusts And Estates terms:

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