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Plain-English meaning
Personal Representative
A general term for the person legally authorized to administer a deceased person's estate.
Why the term matters
The role includes protecting assets, dealing with claims and taxes, reporting to the court, and distributing property.
Do not confuse it with
The term may include an executor named in a will or an administrator appointed when no executor serves.