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Term: Heredes
Definition: In Roman law, a heredes is a person who inherits the rights and liabilities of a deceased person, also known as an heir. This means that they receive the property and debts of the person who has passed away. There are different types of heredes, such as those appointed by a will (testamentary heir) or those who inherit by law (heir at law). In some cases, a heredes may also be a fiduciary heir, meaning they are appointed to manage the estate for the benefit of another person.
Definition: A successor to the rights and liabilities of a deceased person; an heir.
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These examples illustrate the different types of heirs that can exist under the concept of heredes. Heres natus refers to an heir who inherits by law or intestacy, while heres factus is an heir appointed by a will. Heres fideicommissarius is an heir who inherits subject to a trust.