Intestately
/ɪnˈtɛstətli/
Definitions
- (adv.) In a manner relating to dying without having made a valid will.
The estate was distributed intestately according to state law.
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Commentary
Used primarily in probate law to describe circumstances or actions taken when a person dies without a valid will.
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