Nebraska Revised Statutes

Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-2472 (2026)

Powers of personal representatives; in general

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Until termination of his appointment a personal representative has the same power over the title to property of the estate that an absolute owner would have, in trust however, for the benefit of the creditors and others interested in the estate. Unless otherwise specifically ordered by the court, this power may be exercised without notice, hearing, or order of court.

Notes of Decisions
Cited in 4 cases, 1986–2001 · leading case: Ruzicka v. Ruzicka, 635 N.W.2d 528 (Neb. 2001).
Ruzicka v. Ruzicka, 635 N.W.2d 528 (Neb. 2001). “This argument is also based upon § 30-2472, which provides: Until termination of his appointment a personal representative has the same power over the title to property of the estate that an absolute owner would have, in trust however, for the benefit of the creditors and others…”
Zimmerman v. FirsTier Bank, N.A., 585 N.W.2d 445 (Neb. 1998). · cites it 2× “See Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-2472 (Reissue 1995).”
Willis v. Rose, 388 N.W.2d 101 (Neb. 1986). · cites it 2× “See, also, Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-2472 (Reissue 1985).”
Ihde v. Kempkes, 422 N.W.2d 788 (Neb. 1988). · cites it 2× “Neb. Rev. Stat. § 30-2472 (Reissue 1985) provides: “[A] personal representative has the same power over the title to property of the estate that an absolute owner would have .”
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