Intestate Succession in Nevada
State-specific overview · Estate & Probate
Nevada gives the surviving spouse a larger share than many states, taking the entire estate if only distant relatives survive.
How Nevada treats Intestate Succession
If the deceased leaves a spouse and children, the spouse receives half the estate and children split the other half. If no children but parents survive, the spouse takes the first $75,000 plus three-fourths of the remainder. Nevada treats community property differently from separate property, with community property passing entirely to the surviving spouse in most cases.
The general definition of Intestate Succession
The legal process of distributing a deceased person's property when they leave no valid will.
If someone dies without a will (or with an invalid will), state law determines who inherits their property. Each state has a set order of priority—usually spouse first, then children, then parents, then siblings. The court appoints an administrator to manage the estate and follow these statutory rules, even if the deceased person's wishes were different.
Read the full Intestate Succession entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Nevada.