The certificate of inheritance in Germany (der Erbschein) clarifies who the deceased person’s legal heir (or heirs) is. When a loved one passes, it is a difficult time for everyone involved. Working through the bureaucracy at a time of emotional difficulty is challenging for all of us. Many issues need to be resolved when administering the deceased’s estate from a legal perspective. The certificate of inheritance (der Erbschein) is one such legal document, and it is used to demonstrate to banks and other bodies that a person is the heir of the testator.
At Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte, our inheritance lawyers advise on all matters relating to the certificate of inheritance. Please, do not hesitate to contact our team directly to benefit from our legal services.
