The best executor is a trustworthy, reliable and competent adult. You should consider choosing someone who has some knowledge about business affairs. Choose someone who is likely to outlive you. Choosing someone who lives in the same province as you do may cut down on long distance phone calls and other administrative expenses. Your spouse, a friend, family member or heir may be able to do a good job as exector.
Many people choose their spouse or main heir as executor.
You may wish to appoint a back-up executor in case your first choice dies, moves away, or for some reason is unable to do the job. Your lawyer as executor You can name your lawyer as executor but most lawyers don t act as executors. They prefer to handle only the legal side preparing documents and advertising for creditors. Before you name your lawyer check that he or she is willing to be your executor. You should check that the company is willing to act as executor.