The problems most often encountered in inheritance law are missed time limits, infringement of reserved shares and disputes over the true nature of transfers made by the deceased during their lifetime. Building a complete picture of the estate and the heirs at the outset allows the next steps to be planned correctly.
Testamentary dispositions
Wills and inheritance contracts may be invalid if they are not drawn up in accordance with the formal requirements laid down by law. Support is provided in preparing dispositions in light of the requirements for official, handwritten and oral wills and the principle of respecting reserved shares.
Inheritance litigation
Actions for reduction are pursued where a reserved share has been infringed, actions for cancellation of title deed and registration where sham transfers were made to deprive heirs of assets, and partition actions to bring the community of heirs to an end.
Renunciation of inheritance
Where the estate’s debts exceed its assets, renouncing the inheritance within the time limit protects the heirs from personal liability. Because of the time limit and formal requirements, it is important to act early.
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