Whether there is no dispute among the heirs, in Romania, public notaries are competent to conduct inheritance proceedings.

In the event of a dispute, jurisdiction over inheritance matters lies with the courts.

Services:

• legal consultation and explanation of applicable legal provisions in the following areas: intestate and testamentary succession, risks, legal consequences, rights of the surviving spouse, rights of descendants and more remote relatives, forced heirship (reserved share), clauses granting additional benefits to the surviving spouse, termination of community property, usufruct rights, and family heirlooms
• drafting of wills
• precise legal drafting of special provisions (usufruct, disinheritance, substitute heir, advance inheritance/property advancement clause)
• drafting and preparation of clauses granting additional benefits to the surviving spouse (subject to notarization)
• legal representation and assistance in both notarial and court proceedings (actions for invalidity, claims relating to the reserved share, etc.)
• conducting mediation-type negotiations aimed at reaching an amicable settlement
• structuring and drafting inheritance agreements
• reviewing gift/donation agreements and their effects on inheritance.