Will Submission And Intestate

Summary

Once a will is submitted and accepted by the probate court, its terms generally govern the distribution of the deceased persons property. Intestate laws typically do not apply unless the will is deemed invalid or does not cover certain assets.

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After you submit a will can you still go by intestate laws when dealing with inherited property
Hi Audrey! Once a will is submitted and accepted by the probate court, the terms of the will generally govern the distribution of the deceased person's property. Intestate laws typically do not apply unless the will is deemed invalid or does not cover certain assets. Do you have concerns about a specific part of the will?