Inheritance Law

There are moments in life when matters related to inheritance law.become unavoidable. The inheritance of property is a complex process that requires in-depth knowledge of the law, correct interpretation of wills, and careful regulation of relations between heirs.

The team of Evelina Toncheva & Partners Law Firm specializes in the field of inheritance law.We combine long-standing professional experience with an individual approach to each specific case, in order to provide you with the most effective protection of your rights and interests.

What Is Inheritance Law?

Inheritance law governs the transfer of a deceased person’s property to their heirs. It encompasses a wide range of legal procedures, including: acceptance or renunciation of inheritance; acceptance of inheritance under inventory; regulation of relations between heirs; contesting wills; division of inherited property.

During this sensitive period, it is essential to work with an experienced attorney who can provide competent legal advice, precise document preparation, and effective protection of your interests, both out of court and in judicial proceedings.

How Can We Assist You?

Evelina Toncheva & Partners Law Firm offers comprehensive legal assistance and court representation in all matters related to inheritance, including:

1. Acceptance and Renunciation of Inheritance

• Acceptance of inheritance — by implicit conduct or through an explicit declaration of intent;
• Acceptance of inheritance under inventory — a legal mechanism limiting the heir’s liability to the value of the inherited assets;
• Renunciation of inheritance — a formal legal procedure resulting in a legally effective waiver applicable to all heirs.

We assist you with the preparation and filing of declarations before the court, as well as provide legal advice to help you choose the most appropriate option for your specific situation.

2. Inheritance with an International Element

Inheritance matters become even more complex when international elements are involved, such as:

• Inheritance of real estate and assets located abroad;
• Wills drafted in foreign jurisdictions;
• European Certificate of Succession — required in cases of inheritance within the European Union.

Our team has extensive experience in handling cross-border inheritance matters and will guide you through the entire procedure with professionalism and care.

3. Wills – Drafting, Probate and Contesting

• Drafting of a will — tailored to your wishes and fully compliant with legal requirements;
• Safekeeping of a will — deposit with a notary public;
• Probate of a will — formal opening and announcement following the testator’s death;
• Contesting a will — in cases where there are grounds for nullity or voidability.

We assist you in clearly expressing your final wishes or in protecting your interests in the event of a disputed will.

4. Division of Inherited Property

• Voluntary partition — by agreement between the heirs;
• Judicial partition — where no agreement can be reached;
• Determination of inheritance shares and protection of reserved portions;;
• Legal assistance in the disposal of an inherited share — sale or donation of inheritance rights.

We will support you throughout the process to achieve a fair and lawful distribution of the inherited property.

5. Court Representation and Legal Consultations

• Legal assistance in the opening and acceptance of inheritance;;
• Consultations regarding the rights and obligations of heirs;
• Representation before courts and notaries public;
• Assistance in restoring an infringed reserved share..

Our team provides professional procedural representation at all stages of inheritance proceedings.

Why Choose Us?

• Extensive experience in real estate transactions
• An individual, to each client and each legal matter;
• Effective procedural representation and legal support;
• International experience in inheritance matters with a foreign element;
• Discretion and strict protection of your personal information.

Trust the professionalism of Evelina Toncheva & Partners Law Firm — your reliable legal partner in the field of inheritance law.