Can you give up being an estate executor after a few years?

Question

To some one else that is named as the executor in the will.

Answer 1

Certainly. You simply have to request it from the Probate Court. You will also have to provide a full accounting of the assets. A will or estate will never 'fail' due to lack of an executor. If necessary the judge will appoint a bank or attorney to serve as the executor if necessary.

Do note that the executor, whether a relative or court appointed, is entitled to compensation. Which can drain an estate over time! The executor has no incentive to close the estate, because as long as it is open, they are entitled to be paid!

Answer 2

it is your right by law to decline.

IF, and ONLY if there is someone named on the will as a secondary executor. If not the estates assets will goto the local magistrate.