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When making a will, also consider the case of separation - succession remains in place until divorce or new arrangement
When married couples separate, they generally do not want to leave anything to each other in their wills. However, divorce is only possible after a minimum of one year. If one of the former partners dies during this period, the legal right to inheritance remains. Legal inheritance rights only become invalid once the divorce application has been filed and the conditions for divorce have been met. Married couples should therefore consider the inheritance implications of a...
How you are fully protected at all times - All important powers of attorney at a glance
A fatal accident or serious illness can happen to anyone—even at a young age. In such cases, it is by no means automatic that the spouse or a close relative will take over legal matters on behalf of the person affected. This makes it all the more important to make provisions at an early stage. Principals can grant persons they trust comprehensive decision-making powers in the event of an emergency or prolonged absence, which even extend beyond...
When heirs have to prove their "good right" - certificate of inheritance enables banking and real estate transactions
When a close relative or good friend passes away, grief takes center stage. But what happens to their estate? Without proof, heirs cannot dispose of the deceased's real estate or bank deposits. If the deceased did not make provisions in a notarized will or inheritance contract, the surviving dependents need a certificate of inheritance to assert their claims against third parties, especially authorities...
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