In short
A clear will spares your family uncertainty; a succession order or probate order then lets the estate be transferred. Adv. Emmanuel Kalfa drafts wills and mutual wills and files applications with the Inheritance Registrar, including estates with heirs or assets abroad. Meetings at the office, at home or in hospital, by video or by phone.
Wills and estates
Will before witnesses
Precise drafting and signing before two witnesses.
Mutual will
Coordinated provisions for couples.
Succession order
No will: statutory order of heirs.
Probate order
With a will: filing, publication, notice.
Assets or heirs abroad
Applicable law, translations, apostilles.
Transferring assets
Apartment, accounts and rights after the order.
Steps
- ConversationFamily and assets.
- DraftingClear provisions.
- Signing or filingBefore witnesses, or with the Registrar.
- Follow-upThrough to the order and transfer.
Further reading
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a succession order and a probate order?
A succession order applies when there is no will; a probate order validates an existing will.
What do I need to make a will?
ID, an overview of assets and beneficiaries, and two witnesses at signing.
How long does a succession order take?
It depends on the documents, the publication and any objections.
General information only; it does not constitute legal advice.
How would you prefer to get in touch?
Your enquiry goes directly to Adv. Emmanuel Kalfa, who handles it personally.
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- Call054-622-9196
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- Book a meetingPick a time slot
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