Probate Glossary

Testate

When someone dies with a valid will.

Definition

Testate means a person died with a valid will. In a testate estate, the will generally names beneficiaries, nominates an Executor, and provides instructions for distributing probate property.

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Will
A legal document explaining how property should be distributed after death.
Executor
A person named in a will to administer the estate.
Beneficiary
A person or entity entitled to receive estate assets.