testamentary successionglossary / testamentary succession Civil law. Succession resulting from the designation of an heir in a testament executed in the legally required form. [Cases: Descent and Distribution 44. C.J.S. Descent and Distribution § 50.] 词条贡献者 双语律师Natalie,毕业于法国一流的高级翻译学院,擅长翻译各类与监管与政府事务相关的法律文件。