When you may need help
After a loved one’s death, you need to establish whether an inheritance file has been opened, what assets remain and what other heirs have already done. If you live abroad, it is particularly important to agree in advance on how to submit the application and prepare documents. We will separately check significant dates and the availability of notarial acts.
What we can do
- Clarify the procedure for contacting a notary and the heir’s required steps.
- Help collect documents on family relationships, assets and the estate.
- Arrange obtaining the inheritance certificate and subsequent registration of property rights.
What to prepare for the consultation
- Information about the date of death, last place of residence and any will.
- Documents on family relationships, name changes and known heirs.
- Available documents for real estate, accounts and other estate assets.
If some documents are missing, start by describing the situation: we will identify what else needs to be obtained. In the first form, the country, the nature of the matter and important dates are enough; document numbers and scans are not needed.
What to bear in mind
An application to accept an inheritance involves the heir’s personal expression of intent. A power of attorney does not automatically replace it: we will check the permitted method of preparing and submitting the application.
Process and cost
- You describe the situation and the outcome you want.
- We clarify the circumstances, the country and the documents needed for review.
- Before paid work begins, we agree on its scope, cost and format: consultation, document preparation or representation.
The cost depends on the volume of documents, the stage of the case and the need for involvement in another country. Court fees, notarial acts, translations and expert assessments are discussed separately if required. The outcome depends on the circumstances, evidence and decisions of the competent authorities.
Frequently asked question
Is a power of attorney alone enough?
Not always. The representative’s powers differ from the actions the heir must take personally. We will prepare a separate list of documents and steps for your situation.
Can I get help with “Handling inheritance from abroad” if I live abroad?
We can start remotely while you are abroad. In your first message, state where you live and where the relevant party, property or authority is located. We will check whether a representative can take particular steps and whether the procedure requires your personal participation.
Does my country of residence decide which law applies to “Handling inheritance from abroad”?
No. Your place of residence alone does not decide which law applies. Relevant factors can include the countries connected to the parties, where an event or contractual duty took place, where property is located and which authority is handling the matter. We first check the connection to Ukraine, the potentially applicable law and whether local counsel in another country is needed.
What if I do not have all the documents for “Handling inheritance from abroad”?
You do not need a complete file to make an initial inquiry. Give us a short timeline, your desired outcome, important dates and a list of the documents you already have. Document numbers and scans are not needed in the first inquiry; after clarifying the facts, we will identify what is missing.
What determines the cost of help with “Handling inheritance from abroad”, and can I limit the scope?
Before paid work begins, we agree on its format, specific steps, deliverables and fee. The cost depends on the materials, stage of the matter and any work involving another country. Court or official fees, notarial acts, translations and expert reviews are discussed separately if needed.
Can you guarantee the outcome or timeframe for “Handling inheritance from abroad”?
No. We cannot promise a decision by a court or authority, or the actions of another party. After reviewing the facts, we explain the available options, evidence needed, risks and the timing of our own work. The overall duration can also depend on other parties, authorities and cross-border procedures; tell us promptly about notices and dates.