Table Of Contents
- What Intestate Succession Means
- Which Property Is Covered
- Who Inherits Under Idaho Law
- How Probate May Work
- Who Manages the Estate
- Minor Children and Guardianship
- Practical Next Steps
- How a Will Can Help
When an Idaho resident dies without a valid will, state law decides who receives property that must pass through the estate. This process is called intestate succession. For families already coping with a loss, the rules can feel impersonal because they follow a statutory order of inheritance rather than the decedent's wishes. Foley Freeman, PLLC, can help Idaho families understand how probate, property ownership, and heirship rules may affect a particular estate.

