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When someone dies without leaving a will or trust, they are said to have died intestate. Intestate distribution of the deceased’s assets depends on their marital status, closest relatives, and how they held their property. The surviving spouse will receive half of the deceased’s separate property when the deceased was survived by their spouse and one child or grandchild or when the deceased has surviving parents or siblings. The surviving spouse will receive one-third of the separate property when the deceased is survived by their spouse and one child or grandchild; more than one child, or two or more grandchildren. A surviving spouse will receive half of the deceased’s community and quasi-community property. (Probate Code 6401).