estate not closed yet

[ohiomom]

My brother is the executor of my mothers estate. Mom died 4 years ago, and he has not closed out her bank accounts yet. The bank is charging a monthly fee to keep these dormant accounts open. My sister and I have contacted our brother about this, he says he was told by his attorney that these accounts have to go to a "dead" account status then the bank will close them and the money will be distributed at that time. After 4 yrs of fees, these accounts have lost 200.00. My question is, how can we get him to close these without taking him to court. My sister had power of attorney, but when mom died that stopped, is there anything we can do? I appreciate any help you can give me.

 

[seniorjudge]

Q: My question is, how can we get him to close these without taking him to court.

A: No.