Administration of Estates Act 1925: Primary legislation that establishes the fundamental rules for estate administration, defines executor powers and duties, and sets the priority order for who can act as executor
Wills Act 1837: Core legislation governing the validity and execution of wills, including provisions relevant to confirming the validity of executor appointments
Trustee Act 2000: Defines the powers and duties of trustees, applicable to executors as they are considered trustees of the estate
Mental Capacity Act 2005: Legislation governing mental capacity assessment, relevant when considering the capacity of the person making the executor appointment
Senior Courts Act 1981: Legislation relating to probate jurisdiction and court powers in estate matters
Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975: Legislation that may affect executor duties regarding claims against the estate by family members and dependants
HMRC Regulations: Tax regulations and requirements that executors must comply with during estate administration
Probate Rules: Procedural rules governing the probate process and executor responsibilities
Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal information during estate administration
