Collateral Heir

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What is Collateral Heir?

Someone who is not in the direct ancestral line of the deceased, such as an aunt, sister, or cousin. In common usage, heirs refers to anyone who inherits property of a decedent, whether by will, deed, statute, or otherwise.

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