State Act

Portuguese Civil Code, 1867

Article 1893 - Execution of Will, in the impediment or refusal of the executor - In case of impediment or discharge of the executor, it is incumbent upon the heirs to carry out the Will, with following observations: 1. Where the hereditary shares are unequal, the office shall vest in one who is more benefited. 2. Where they are equal, the executor shall be appointed by the parties and in case of disagreement amongst them, or where any one of the heirs is minor, under interdiction or absentee, the respective court shall appoint one amongst them.