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What’s the legal process of property ownership following a person’s death called?

Retry Correct Incorrect While a person’s will outlines their wishes, the legal process of validating it and distributing the property is referred to as probate. This system is to ensure that debts and taxes are paid. Probate can be bypassed if a trust is set up.

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What’s the legal process of property ownership following a person’s death called?

• Mediation
• Litigation
• Probate
• Will