How do I become a personal rep for a deceased loved one? and is that the same as the executor?

Question

How do I become a personal rep for a deceased loved one? and is that the same as the executor?

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You need to petition the probate court and yes

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If there is a will, it will name the Personal Representative, sometimes called Executor, or Executrix. You will need to file a Petition with the Probate Court. Typically, this is something that you'll need to have a lawyer assist you with, depending on the circumstances. If there is no will, then a Petition still has to be filed with the Court.