Rules for Succession

Who inherits with or without a will, legitimate heirs and heirs entitled to a portion, payment of debts left by the deceased: what you need to know. To know exactly who will receive your assets when you have passed away, you need to understand the rules of inheritance. In this article, we will explain what […]

Anticipating Succession: How to Legitimately Receive an Inheritance Advance

Anticipating succession can be achieved through various means, one being donations made while still alive. Donations, whether of immovable property or money, are considered an advance on the inheritance, reducing the total estate value. However, if the donor has close relatives, the donated assets will still be part of the legal share reserved for them […]

What is inherited upon someone’s death

Inheritance encompasses a wide range of aspects, including physical and legal elements. In legal terms, inheritance refers to the transfer of a deceased person’s assets, rights, and obligations to the heirs. However, this definition does not provide a complete understanding. Let’s delve into the specifics of inheritance: what is transmitted, when it occurs, what is […]

The inheritance of the cohabiting partner

In Italy, the surviving spouse or partner of a civil union has the right to inherit the estate of the deceased person, as well as to live in the family home and use all the furniture. If there are no children, ancestors, or siblings, the entire inheritance goes to the surviving spouse, even if they […]

Incapacity of the testator: how to prove it

A person who has reached the legal age, who has not been interdicted and who, at the time the deed is drawn up, has full capacity may make a will. Inability to make a will may depend on a permanent illness or on a momentary cause. In the absence of these prerequisites, the will may […]