who can act as a Personal representativee/executor

 These are the following persons and entities that can act 

1. Individual: An individual who is at least 18 years old and is mentally and physically capable can serve as a personal representative. The person does not need to be a resident of Florida, unless he or she is a non-relative.
2. Bank or Trust Company: A legally established bank or trust company can serve as a personal representative.
3. Non-resident: A non-resident of Florida can act as a personal representative if they are related to the decedent by blood, marriage, or adoption. This includes a legally adopted child or adoptive parent of the decedent; related by lineal consanguinity to the decedent; a spouse, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, nephew, or niece of the decedent, or someone related by lineal consanguinity to any such person; or the spouse of a person otherwise qualified under this section.

However, some individuals are expressly prohibited from serving as personal representatives in Florida, including those who have been convicted of a felony, are mentally or physically unable to perform the duties, or are under the age of 18.

This information is based on the Florida Probate Code section 733.302 and 733.304. Always consult with an attorney or legal advisor for the most accurate and up-to-date information.