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Administration of Estates Act 1925: Core legislation that defines executors' roles and responsibilities, establishes the order of priority for estate distribution, and sets out time limits for estate administration

Limitation Act 1980: Establishes statutory time limits for bringing claims against estates (12 years for land claims, 6 years for most other claims)

Wills Act 1837: Establishes the requirements for valid wills and helps define the scope of executor's authority

Trustee Act 2000: Defines trustees' (including executors') duties and powers, and establishes standards for reasonable care and skill

Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975: Governs claims that can be made by dependants against the estate for reasonable financial provision

Law of Property Act 1925: Key legislation governing property rights and interests, relevant for property-related claims against estates

Civil Procedure Rules: Procedural rules governing civil litigation in England and Wales, relevant if legal action becomes necessary