Smith v. Estate of Harrison

STEPHAN, Judge.

Andrew G. Smith appeals from a trial court order which awarded him partial payment for professional services and expenses expended in attempting to settle the estate of Mina C. Harrison. We affirm.

On February 16, 1987, Mina C. Harrison died, testate. Harrison’s will designated her son, John V. Harrison, and her daughter, Mary Harrison Bland, as her personal representatives. At Harrison’s funeral, John and Mary asked Smith to assist with the administration of Harrison’s estate. On April 8, 1987, the trial court opened an independent administration of Harrison’s estate.…