Sign Contract, Estate

Q: Who is required or authorized to sign documents for the estate of a deceased person? 

A: The personal representative assigned during probate has the authority to sign documents and make decisions concerning the disposition of the estate. Remember, a person’s position as an heir to the deceased does not necessarily make him or her an owner until probate is closed. In addition, it is important to know that a power of attorney (even a durable one) cannot survive the death of the principal.