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a latere
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A quick definition of a latere:
Term: A LATERE
Definition: A Latin term meaning "from the side" or "collaterally." It used to refer to succession that is not in a direct line, but rather through a side branch of a family.
ALBACEA: In Spanish law, an albacea is an executor or the person named in a will to carry out the wishes of the deceased.
A more thorough explanation:
A LATERE
A Latin term that means "from the side" or "collaterally." It was previously used to refer to collateral succession rather than lineal succession.
When a person dies without a will, their property is distributed to their heirs according to the laws of intestacy. In some cases, the property may pass to a relative "a latere," meaning from the side, rather than to a direct descendant.
ALBACEA
A term used in Spanish law to refer to an executor, or the person named by a testator to carry out the directions of a will.
When Maria passed away, she named her sister as the albacea of her will. Her sister was responsible for ensuring that Maria's wishes were carried out and that her property was distributed according to her instructions.
These examples illustrate how legal terms can have specific meanings and how important it is to understand them in order to properly interpret legal documents and make informed decisions.