Inheritance Lawyer

Law firm “Serhii Lysenko” provides professional legal assistance and legal advice on inheritance cases. Be sure, the services of a lawyer on inheritance cases in Kyiv will significantly improve your chances of proving your case in court. At the same time, our prices for assistance from a lawyer on inheritance cases are the most favorable in Kyiv and Irpen.

When is an inheritance lawyer needed?

The services of an inheritance lawyer are needed to register the right to inheritance, to declare a will invalid or to challenge the right to inheritance, if there are serious disagreements between the heirs regarding the inheritance, and if it is necessary to prove that the inheritance was transferred to heirs who do not have the legal right to it.

You can contact an inheritance lawyer at any stage of registration of the inheritance – at the stage of opening the inheritance or at the stage of entering into the inheritance. All disputed situations are resolved only in court. Participation in the legal process for the distribution of the inheritance by a qualified lawyer significantly increases the chances of winning the case.

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Cases for contacting an inheritance lawyer

Most often, clients contact our law firm for advice on the registration of the right to inheritance, which includes: the possibility of inheritance, a list of documents, the procedure for registering an inheritance, the queue of heirs, legal proceedings and other issues.

Also, an inheritance lawyer can represent interests in court cases to challenge a will, resolve disputes between heirs, establish an additional period for accepting an inheritance, remove from inheritance, etc.

In cases related to divorce, alimony and other similar matters, a family lawyer is contacted.

How can a lawyer for inheritance help in the legal process?

First of all, it is a legal consultation, during which we assess the case and the likelihood of its successful completion in court. If the claims for the distribution of the inheritance are unfounded, we will directly inform our clients about this.

We value your time and our reputation.

If the client has provided an insufficient amount of documents to initiate an inheritance case, we will definitely indicate what else needs to be provided. The more documents in the case that confirm the correctness of your legal position, the more likely the court will take your side. Inheritance cases are a complex area of ​​law and require a lot of attention from both the lawyer and the client of the bureau.

The next stage is signing a contract for the provision of legal services. Without it, the inheritance lawyer will not be able to represent the client’s interests in court. After signing the contract, the lawyer collects evidence, draws up a statement of claim and sends it to the local court where the court case is to be considered.

By the way, cases are often considered remotely from the applicant’s place of residence. In this case, the inheritance lawyer can represent the client’s interests without the latter’s presence in the court process. In our legal practice, there have been cases when a lawyer in Kyiv represented the interests of clients who were abroad during the court proceedings.

Features of inheritance law in Ukraine

Ukrainian legislation defines inheritance as property and non-property rights that are transferred from the deceased to a circle of people specified in the will or to relatives determined in accordance with the law.

Ukrainian inheritance law allows only an individual to be a testator, while an heir can be both an individual and a legal entity (companies, foundations, etc.), as well as a state – Ukraine or another country.

People deprived of their liberty and persons deprived of legal capacity due to serious mental disorders can enter into an inheritance. In the latter case, the registration and disposal of the inheritance on behalf of the incapacitated person is entrusted to guardians or trustees determined in accordance with the law or a court decision.

Intentional murderers of the testator, people who attempted to assassinate him or prevented him from making a will are deprived of the right to register an inheritance. Deprived of the right to inheritance after the death of their children are a father or mother who is deprived of parental rights, and children who evaded the maintenance of their parents.

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How can I find an inheritance litigation attorney?

To find a reliable inheritance litigation attorney, consider reaching out to the Law Office of Serhiy Lysenko. Their team of professionals prioritizes client interests and works diligently to achieve the best possible outcomes in inheritance cases. For additional guidance on choosing the right specialist, you can explore their YouTube channel for expert insights.

What documents do I need to inherit?

To claim an inheritance, heirs must provide an application, a valid passport, and a tax identification number. If a will exists, it must be submitted along with the deceased’s death certificate or a court ruling confirming their passing. Proof of relationship, such as birth or marriage certificates, is required, as well as documents verifying the deceased’s ownership of the inherited property. After six months, a notary issues the inheritance certificate, and while there is no strict deadline to receive it, timely action is recommended to avoid legal complications.

How much does a consultation cost?

The cost of a legal consultation at the Law Office of Serhiy Lysenko starts from 800 UAH for general inquiries related to inheritance matters. For more complex cases, such as inheritance disputes or estate litigation, fees may vary based on the level of legal assistance required.

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The right to inheritance is registered in two ways: by a will, and in its absence – according to the norms of the law. The inheritance is distributed by the testator at his own discretion. In the absence of a will, the inherited property is distributed among relatives according to the degree of their family relationship and the requirements of Chapter 86 of the Civil Code of Ukraine. The inherited property may be redistributed among the heirs at their own discretion according to thea clause on the division of the inherited property. All disputes between them when registering the right to inheritance are resolved only in court.

When registering an inheritance, according to the law, the inherited property is distributed in equal parts between the heirs of the corresponding order. Ukrainian legislation, based on family ties, establishes 5 lines of inheritance:

• the first line is children, parents, spouses;
• the second line is the testator’s brothers and sisters, grandparents;
• the third line is the deceased’s uncles and aunts;
• the fourth line is the deceased’s cohabitants who lived with him in the same family for at least 5 years before the time of opening the inheritance;
• the fifth line is the heir’s third-party dependents and relatives up to the sixth degree of kinship.

The first line of heirs has priority over the second, the second over the third, etc. The transition to a lower line occurs if none of the heirs of the higher line is found. The right to inheritance arises from the moment of the testator’s death.

The heir accepts the inheritance without additional conditions and without any reservations, that is, it is impossible to accept only a share of the inheritance or to put forward conditions under which he agrees to inherit the property. If a person refuses to enter into the inheritance, then his share is distributed in equal parts between other persons specified in the will. If a will is not drawn up, then the inheritance is distributed among the heirs according to the law.

Inheritance registration procedure

The right to inheritance is registered within a 6-month period. During this time, the heir must visit a public or private notary or send him an official letter with a statement confirming his acceptance of the inheritance.

The beginning of the term for accepting the inheritance is counted from the date of opening the inheritance, that is, from the date of the testator’s death. If the heir at the time of the testator’s death was permanently residing with the latter, it is considered that he automatically entered into the inheritance.

To refuse to register an inheritance, the heir must send a statement of refusal to enter into the inheritance to a notary. Minors, minors, as well as persons with limited legal capacity enter into the inheritance automatically, without its registration by a notary.

Why do clients choose the law firm “Serhiy Lysenko”?

The law firm “Serhiy Lysenko” (Kyiv and Irpin) is a team of professional lawyers. Our caseload includes more than one won case in criminal and civil law.

We protect the interests of our clients at all stages – during the pre-trial investigation, during the trial, including during the appeal and cassation proceedings, as well as during the execution of the court decision.

Hiring a lawyer for inheritance cases from the Serhiy Lysenko Law Office is a strong move on your part! Our assistance will significantly increase your chances of winning lawsuits in inheritance disputes. At the same time, our prices are some of the most favorable in Kyiv and the region.

Cost of services of a lawyer for inheritance cases in Kyiv

The cost of a consultation at the Serhiy Lysenko Law Office starts from UAH 1,200. The cost of drawing up a statement of claim starts from UAH 8,000. A lawyer can comprehensively conduct a court case regarding controversial situations that arose during the distribution of the inheritance.

This will cost from 10 thousand UAH, and in this case the client may be absent from court hearings at all. His interests will be represented by a lawyer from the law office “Serhiy Lysenko” under an attorney’s agreement. A more detailed list of prices can be found in the table below.

• Any consultation is calculated based on its duration of up to 30 minutes. For each subsequent hour, an additional payment of 1,000 UAH/hour is charged.
• Overhead costs associated with the conduct of the case, including postal, stationery and other costs necessary for the execution of the case, are paid separately.