What if the deceased dies without a Will?
Written by Terry Johansson | 13th September 2013
You will then need to refer to the Intestacy section of this site.
In the event of intestacy, very different rules apply to a child, compared to a step child.
A step-child cannot share in the estate under the rules of intestacy or dispute the rules of intestacy, but may be able to and contest the Will and make a Family Provision Claim against the estate.
