When the word “administrator” is encountered in reference to the settlement of an estate, it typically means that the deceased individual left no valid will that could be admitted to probate.
There’s one exception.
That’s when an individual does leave a valid will which is admitted to probate and there’s no executor. Occasionally that’s because the testator fails to nominate an executor or the individual who is nominated to be the executor is unwilling to act, is unable to act, or refused the position by the court. In that case an administrator is appointed by the court to execute the will. It’s not the typical case, but it does happen.
It’s also possible that the executor is approved, but asks to be removed from the position or dies before the will’s probate is completed.
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