Specialists in inheritance law

As an heir, you are entitled to a share of the estate. You may be an heir under a will or by operation of law. As an heir, you have the choice to accept the inheritance, accept it subject to benefit of inventory, or renounce it. The choice you make is important, as the consequences vary from case to case. This is because an inheritance comprises not only assets but may also include debts. If you accept the estate outright, you will also be liable for the debts with your personal assets.

As borders become increasingly blurred, estates are increasingly subject to international considerations. For example, where the deceased lived abroad, held assets abroad or was a foreign national. These international considerations mean that international inheritance law is becoming increasingly important. Settling an international estate can be highly complex. The inheritance law solicitors at LINK Advocaten specialise in this area.

The term ‘child’s share’ usually refers to the amount to which a child is entitled following the death of their first parent. The child’s share is a percentage of the value of the estate at the time of death (less funeral expenses). Do you have any questions about your child’s share? Are you not being paid your share, or are you not receiving the information you need to determine what child’s share you are entitled to? The inheritance law specialists at LINK Advocaten can advise you.

Many old wills contain a provision for the distribution of the parental estate. Under this arrangement, the surviving spouse automatically inherits all the deceased’s assets and debts, whilst the children are, for the time being, only entitled to a monetary claim (their statutory share). Similar rules apply when someone with children dies during their marriage without having made a will. Are you encountering difficulties in determining your child’s share? The inheritance law specialists at LINK Advocaten will be happy to assist you.

Following a death, questions often arise regarding the validity of a will. Was the deceased of sound mind when the will was drawn up? Was there any undue influence? Or were mistakes made when the will was drawn up? These disputes can lead to painful family conflicts and legal proceedings. Our inheritance law specialists have extensive experience in both challenging and defending wills.

Complex situations can arise when dividing an estate. Who is entitled to which assets? How do we value the family business or the family home? And what if the heirs cannot agree on the division? These questions can lead to protracted disputes between heirs. Our inheritance law specialists will guide you through all aspects of the division of the estate and ensure it is settled with the utmost care.