The International inheritance lawyers at AlZayat International Law Firm are among the elite category, as the nature of their work compels them to deal permanently in all branches of law with the permanent assistance of lawyers from other legal departments in the company . The company’s partners are forming the inheritance department in our firm as we make sure that the inheritance lawyers in Egypt or any of other country of our practicing countries are the best inheritance lawyers among their peers .
By their nature, disputes over Wills, Trusts and Inheritance often occur at times of emotional vulnerability and distress. Bringing or defending such claims is especially demanding and can become acrimonious and fraught very quickly as Inheritance law is one of our main concerns at Alzayat law firm. Which consists mainly of will and inheritance, which our team is an expert in, Especially matters of inheritance law that are of an international nature.
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alzayat international law firm is one of the few major law firms with a sophisticated worldwide Private Clients practice. Our unparalleled global resources allow us to provide one-stop, comprehensive service to meet all of our clients’ needs, wherever in the world their assets or family members may be. They also make us uniquely qualified to handle complex, multijurisdictional disputes, that is why our clients have selected us to handle some of the largest cases in this field, Our specialist Wills, Trusts and Inheritance Disputes lawyers have extensive experience in dealing with disputes of this nature and are ranked in The Legal 500 , hg.org and Global Law Expert as best experts in this field.
We act for trustees, executors, personal representatives, protectors, beneficiaries, charities and for individuals in a wide range of disputes involving estates, trusts and land.
Inheritance law:
The law of inheritance is basically concerned with the transfer of property, as vested in a person at his death, to another person or persons. When a person dies, his assets pass by inheritance to people qualified to inherit the deceased. The rules of the law of inheritance determine who the qualified person or persons are and it also establishes the scope of the benefits. [Inheritance law concerns mainly transfer of property, as vested in a person at his decease, to another person(s). determining the rightful heirs as well as the exact shares of each of them is determined by the rules of inheritance law.
Navigating international inheritance Rules
Dealing with inheritance law across borders can be tricky. The main challenge? Figuring out which country’s rules and courts should handle the sharing of a person’s wealth after they pass away.
This puzzle pops up especially when a person’s wealth is spread over many countries with different rules. It’s even more complicated if the person had more than one citizenship or lived in another country.
Each country’s rules aim to solve this puzzle. They decide which country’s laws and courts should step in. When a country says how the wealth should be shared, they pick a set of rules based on certain factors. It’s key to note: these rules don’t really care about the nationality of those who will get the wealth.
For instance, countries like Egypt (under Article 17 of its rules) and France look at the nationality of the person who passed away. After picking which country’s rules should apply, they then decide on the right authority. But in places like Switzerland, it’s more about where the person lived last. This can make a big difference for those waiting to get their share. Want more insights? Check out this link.
Nationality and international inheritance: A Complex Relationship
Many judicial systems view a person’s nationality as their primary trait. This emphasis on nationality often dictates inheritance rules, even though inheritance is deeply personal.
Dual Nationality: A Challenge in Inheritance Matters
However, dual or multiple nationalities introduce challenges. In these situations, the applicable law often ties to where the deceased worked or lived the most.
Common Law Systems and Their Approach
Countries like the US, Romania, and Switzerland, with common law systems, determine inheritance laws based on the deceased’s last known residence. Additionally, the location of the property, especially real estate, plays a crucial role. Most places dictate that real estate inheritance follows the laws of the property’s location.
The Global Norms Bringing Order
Different legal systems might have their approaches, but some global standards help bring order to international inheritance, contact us now to know more.
Get Expert Assistance
Whether you’re an Egyptian living abroad, a foreigner in Egypt, or someone with dual nationalities, the ALZAYAT Law Firm stands ready to assist. We help heirs navigate the inheritance process and secure the necessary certificates.
Estate Planning with ALZAYAT Law Firm
Besides inheritance, our firm excels in estate planning. We aim to cut down estate taxes and ensure your family’s financial well-being. We can draft wills that comply with Islamic Sharia principles, facilitating smooth asset transfers. And if you wish to gift property after your passing, we can make that happen.
Resolving Disputes
If heirs can’t agree, our team can step in, offering both mediation and litigation. We’ll choose the best approach for resolution. For all contract-related matters, from pre-emption to situations involving unregistered property purchases, our team is here to help.
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Our inheritance Law team of lawyers advise and represent the national as well as the foreign heirs to safeguard their inheritance rights and represent them vis-à-vis co-heirs as they have a big win record in plenty of the most hard and complicated cases.
We are always here to help you through those hard times, please don’t hesitate to reach out for us for any further inquiries contact us.