Without a will, state law will determine what happens to your property that goes through the probate courts. This process is referred to as “intestate succession.” Your property will NOT pass to the state; instead, the law directs it to pass to your next of kin as illustrated in the chart below.

In Massachusetts, consult Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 190B, Article II, Section 2-102 for a more detailed explanation of who in your family will inherit your probate property.

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It is always better to have control over what happens to your estate and assets and to determine how you want your property to be split among your loved ones. For more information about why estate planning is essential even for people who do not have children as well as people who have children, contact an experienced estate planning attorney at Baker Law Group, P.C. Our offices in Metro West, Boston, and the South Shore are conveniently located to help with your planning. We look forward to working with you on these important matters.