In Re the Estate of Margow

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Clifford, J.

The fundamental issue raised by this case is whether Muriel Kabot, the proponent and executrix named in the will of Helene Margow, should be barred because of her unauthorized practice of law from serving as executrix of Helene Margow’s estate. Testatrix’s nephew, Donald Peiffer, the residuary legatee and primary beneficiary under the will, mounted a challenge by filing a caveat against Mrs. Kabot’s serving as executrix. The will arguably gives the executrix vast powers over Peiffer’s bequest. The trial court upheld the challenge but the…