In real estate, a Devisee is the person or entity that receives title to real property through a valid will. The devisee is named by the deceased property owner (the testator) and becomes entitled to the property upon the testator’s death, subject to the probate process and any outstanding debts, taxes, or legal claims against the estate.
Once probate requirements are satisfied, legal ownership of the property is transferred to the devisee in accordance with the terms of the will. The term “devisee” applies only to real property and is distinct from a legatee, who receives personal property, or an heir, who inherits property when there is no valid will.
