Do you REALLY want to run the estate? LOL. Seriously, it’s a lot of work . It requires time, focus and some energy. Even if you hire a lawyer who does most of the heavy lifting. So, who can be personal representative of a Florida estate? And, why would you want to be the estate executor? Why be a personal representative? Can I be a personal representative of a Florida estate? Some people cannot be the personal representative. Why?  Because that’s what Florida law says.  The probate laws create a priority.  Some have preference.  If you are a felon , you can’t serve.   Nominated or appointed in a will?  You go to the top of the list.  And you must, at least !, be related to the decedent by blood or marriage.