A personal representative does not have to be appointed by the court if the will clearly states who the decedent wished to serve as the personal representative.

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Even if a will specifies who the decedent wished to serve as the personal representative, the court still needs to officially appoint the person to ensure they have the legal authority to act on behalf of the estate.

A Personal Representative Does Not Have to Be Appointed by the Court