1903. Legal Representatives

1903.1 What is the definition of "legal representative"?

As used in this Chapter, "legal representative" means an administrator or executor or other person who qualifies under a State statute (or, where applicable, the law of a foreign country) to receive payment on behalf of the estate.

1903.2 What must a person do to become a legal representative?

In order to be a legal representative, a person acting on behalf of an un-administered estate must:

1. Prove to us that payment will relieve us of legal liability to any other person; and

2. Provide proof of appointment or other evidence showing authorization under a State statute (or, where applicable, the law of a foreign country).

Note: Under the SSI program, an underpayment cannot be paid to an estate.

Last Revised: March, 2001