If no news has been received about a person for a prolonged period of time and, based on the circumstances, their death is presumed, it may become necessary to initiate judicial proceedings for a declaration of death.

In practice, the rights of persons presumed to be deceased that are registered in the land registry (such as ownership rights, lifelong usufruct, etc.) often create difficulties not only for those in possession of the property, but also for co-owners.

This procedure allows not only the settlement of property-related matters, but also the determination of the order of succession and the enforcement of potential insurance claims.

Death may be proven by a death certificate or by a final court decision.

The law office provides assistance with:

• examining whether the necessary legal conditions are met
• preparing and submitting the application
• compiling evidence and required documents
• representation before the court
• resolving related inheritance and family law matters.