What do you have to do as executor/administrator of a person's will?

The executor or administrator is usually expected to (this list is not exhaustive):

• Register the death (usually within five days)
• Arrange the funeral and any associated expenses
• Pay any urgent expenses
• Obtain appropriate legal documents e.g. the grant of probate
• Notify banks, insurance companies etc.
• Pay any tax liabilities such as inheritance tax liabilities
• List all the assets and liabilities of the estate