An executrix is appointed by whom?

An executrix is typically appointed by the deceased individual, specifically through the terms outlined in their will. In the context of estate administration, the person who creates the will (the testator) designates an executrix to carry out their wishes as outlined in the will. This role involves overseeing the distribution of the estate and ensuring that all legal and financial matters are handled according to the deceased’s requests.

While courts can formally appoint an executor or executrix when there is no will or when a designated person is unable to fulfill their duties, the original appointment comes from the deceased's own decisions made prior to their passing. This distinction is crucial as it underlines the importance of a will in the estate planning process and the specific authority granted to the appointed executrix by the testator.

Other options, such as family members or an executor, do not hold the same authority to appoint an executrix unless they are acting according to the wishes of the deceased as expressed in the will.