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In Family Law, how does the death of one of the parties affect an unresolved property division following separation?
In the event of the death of one of the parties to Family Law property proceedings, the deceased person’s estate may continue the proceedings. It will be necessary to apply to the court for procedural orders to allow this to occur.
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