Inheritance Law
The loss of a loved one brings with it legal obligations that must be addressed in a timely manner. The office manages every stage of the inheritance process with precision and respect.
What the process involves
- Acceptance of inheritance (simple or with benefit of inventory)
- Renunciation of inheritance
- Drafting and filing of wills
- Distribution of estate assets among heirs
- Contested inheritances and forced heirship matters
- Land Registry entries following inheritance
Our approach
The office manages the entire inheritance process: from identifying and legally assessing the estate through to completing all registrations. For contested or complex estates, a detailed management plan is followed, keeping the client fully informed at every stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
The law sets a 4-month deadline from the date of death for heirs residing in Greece, and 1 year for heirs abroad. The deadline can be extended by application to the court.
It is a form of acceptance where the heir's liability for the deceased's debts is limited to the value of the inherited estate. It is recommended when there is uncertainty about the extent of the debts.
Intestate succession applies, under which the closest relatives inherit in order (children, spouse, parents, etc.). The office manages the identification of heirs and the intestate succession process.
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