Frequently Asked Questions > Steps to Take When Someone Dies > I know that my loved one did not have a will. What do I do to settle his/her estate?
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What needs to be done will depend on the nature of the assets. Sometimes a full court procedure, called a "Determination of Heirship," is necessary. In other cases, a less complicated approach, such as an affidavit of heirship or small estates affidavit, can be used. The difference and complexity of each of these processes can be explained by your attorney.
Last updated on January 6, 2011 by Glenn Karisch
