It may not be the most encouraging topic to relate to, but it can be a really good idea to do. Especially for the heirs who would otherwise risk an unnecessarily complicated succession process.
International inheritance is a very complex legal area. The Spanish inheritance conditions are very different from the Scandinavian inheritance conditions, and therefore Scandinavian heirs, lawyers and trustees must pay special attention to matters such as:
A Spanish will ensure that the distribution of the estate is in accordance with Scandinavian law and any interpretation doubts in Spain are excluded.
The existence of a Spanish will make the succession process in Spain much easier for the heirs.
If you are considering investing in real estate in Spain, you should also consider signing a Spanish will. Zafo Law recommends that all Scandinavians who own real estate in Spain sign a Spanish will, whether resident or non-resident in Spain.
When the nationality of the deceased is Scandinavian, the completion of a succession process in Spain automatically takes on a complex legal angle. This situation often means that the Scandinavian inheritance law can be used, but only to the extent that it can be understood through the eyes of a Spanish notary.
It can therefore be very crucial that legal assistance is provided by a Spanish law firm familiar with the Scandinavian inheritance law.
Zafo Law assists both heirs, lawyers, and trustees in the following areas:
Please also note that different inheritance rules apply in Spain depending on whether you are a resident or non-resident of the country.
Contact us here for a no-obligation consultation based on your needs.
At Zafo Law, we cover the whole of Spain from our offices in Barcelona and Alicante.
