PATERNA PATERNIS

Categories: Property

Definition (1910 Edition)

Origin: French

Lat... Paternal estates to paternal heirs. A rule of the French law, signifying that such portion of a decedent’s estate as came to him from his father must descend to his heirs on the father’s side.

Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.