Partial inheritance

Partial inheritance

Once the probate has taken place, you can move on to the distribution of the estate. The division of the estate can be done in one go as a whole, or the partners can decide to divide the property only partially. This could be the case if you want to distribute your financial assets quickly, for example if...
Before distributing the inheritance, a distribution must be made

Before distributing the inheritance, a distribution must be made

Distribution of the estate must be preceded by a division If the deceased was married during his or her lifetime and the spouses were not married, a division of property must always be made before the estate is distributed. There is no statutory time limit for the distribution or division of the estate. The division must be made...
Who is entitled to a share of the law?

Who is entitled to a share of the law?

Breast heirs are entitled to a share of the law. Breast heirs are the descendants of the deceased person in the direct descending line. If the deceased has children, they are his or her heirs by blood. If the children are deceased, their children....
How is the inheritance distributed?

How is the inheritance distributed?

A probate must always be submitted before the distribution of the estate. By law, the probate must be completed within three months of the deceased's death. In certain specific cases, this deadline may be extended. The distribution of the estate can only be carried out...
A will can be useful, even if the inheritance is to be left to children

A will can be useful, even if the inheritance is to be left to children

It is often thought that there is no need for a will because the inheritance is to be left to the children and this is already done by the provisions of the law alone. This is true in many ways, but it may come as a surprise to learn that even minor exceptions to the law are not...
Legal notice

Legal notice

In principle, the heir is always entitled to a share of the inheritance. If this right has been ignored in the will, the claim to the legal share must be made in writing to the legatee. The claim must be made within six months of the date on which the...