If you die without a valid Will while residing in the State of Minnesota, you are said to have died "intestate" and your children or heirs will receive an "intestate share" of your property. The size of each share depends on how many children or heirs you have and whether or not you are married. In this circumstance, in order to determine who will receive your property, the State of Minnesota has established a number of laws known as "intestacy laws" or "laws of intestate succession," in essence the State of Minnesota creates a Will for you.
Only assets that would have passed through your Will are affected by intestate succession laws. Usually, that includes only assets that you own in your name alone. Many valuable assets aren't affected by MN intestate succession laws. Here are some examples:
These assets will pass to the surviving co-owner or to the beneficiary you named, whether or not you have a Will.
Our attorneys take the time to understand your unique needs, values and goals and take a personal, practical approach to your individual case.
Martin & Wagner, P.A. attorneys offer a free ½ hour consultation with our experienced lawyers in the matters relating to Intestate Estates and matters relating to estates when a person dies without a Will.
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