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My uncle died without a will leaving a half sister. Who inherits his estate under English Law?

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Your uncle's estate would pass to his siblings if he had no living spouse or children or parents and he died intestate (without a will).

If he had any siblings who are already deceased, their children would take the share of their parent. If there are no other siblings involved beside your aunt and your parent it seems that you and your aunt would share the estate. However, you should check with an attorney who specializes in probate law.

You can see a Chart of Intestate Succession in the UK at the related link.

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