It will be necessary in your Will to name “executors”.  These are the people you appoint to carry out your wishes after your death.  There can be one or more executors. They should be people you trust, such as a family member or friend or a professional. Many people choose to appoint one executor who is a relation or friend and knows the family, along with a second executor who is a professional, familiar with financial matters. The role of executor carries much responsibility and potential liability if the duties are not carried out carefully. It is worth seeking advice if you have been appointed as executor for your own protection. Wills are not always easy to read as technical language needs to be used and if distributions are made incorrectly or if tax matters are not regularised correctly then executors can be held personally liable. For more information see Probate and Estate Administration.