Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

define statutory heir

what is a statutory heir? I am considered one but am not listed in my late grandfathers trust.


Asked on 7/21/03, 11:59 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Dan Lively The Lively Law Group, PC

Re: define statutory heir

A Statutory heir is an heir as defined by the applicable Probate code. A trust is not subject to probate, and statutory heirs can be left out.

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Answered on 7/22/03, 1:39 am
Jahnis Abelite ABELITE LAW OFFICES, P.S.

Re: define statutory heir

I would defer to attorney Lively's response because you are asking about California law even though you live in Washington where I practice law.

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Answered on 7/22/03, 2:00 am


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