The Chain of Representation

When a person dies, we must identify who has the authority to deal with their estate. But what if an executor dies before completing the administration of an estate that they themselves were the sole or last surviving proving executor of? This month’s SWW CPD topic discusses the concept of the “chain of representation” and when it does and does not apply.

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January Online CPD 2026 – The Chain of Representation

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The Chain of Representation When a person dies, we must identify who has the authority to deal with their estate. But what if an executor dies before completing the administration of an estate that they themselves were the sole or last surviving proving executor of? This month’s SWW CPD topic discusses the concept of the [...]