For someone who dies intestate,or without a valid will,________ and the applicable state laws allow for the orderly distribution of the estate.

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Probate is the legal process that takes place after someone dies in order to distribute their assets to their heirs according to applicable state laws. A durable power of attorney, letter of last instructions, and testamentary trusts are all estate planning tools that require prior execution by the deceased, and are therefore not applicable in cases of intestacy.

For Someone Who Dies Intestate,or Without a Valid Will,________ and the Applicable