Who can apply to be the administrator if there is no will? | NC

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Q: Who is allowed to apply to be the administrator when someone dies without a will? A: When someone dies without a will, the court appoints an administrator, also called the estate’s personal representative—and the law sets a priority list for who gets the first chance to apply. Typically, the surviving spouse has first priority. If there is no surviving spouse, or the spouse does not apply,…