Lana's uncle dies after a lengthy illness. Lana received her uncle's house and various other property and assets. What term describes Lana in this scenario?

Rita's husband dies. After his death, Rita discovers her husband did not have a will. What term identifies this situation?

The person that agrees to handle the financial aspects related to settling someone's estate after their death is called a(n)

The process of settling the estate of a deceased person is called

Estate law issues such as probate are handled by which courts?

George signed a document giving his wife permission to act on his behalf during his illness. Which term identifies the type of document George signed?