Succession - Distribution

What law governs the distribution of an individual’s estate and does this depend on the type of property within it?

In England and Wales, the law of the place where the property is situated governs the distribution of immovable property. Movable property is governed by the law of domicile of the individual.


England & Wales Guide

The England & Wales guide answers the principal questions for Private Clients relating to the law in this jurisdiction.

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