When you may need help
You learned of a relative’s death late, could not submit an application or received a notary’s refusal. The sequence of events needs to be reconstructed: when inheritance rights arose, what prevented you from applying and what evidence supports this. Being abroad alone does not allow a conclusion in advance about whether additional time can be granted.
What we can do
- Check whether an application was required in your particular situation.
- Assess options for agreement with other heirs and court proceedings.
- Help prepare evidence of the reasons for missing the deadline and the necessary applications.
What to prepare for the consultation
- Dates of death, learning about the inheritance and contacting the notary.
- The notary’s written refusal or correspondence about the inheritance file.
- Documents proving circumstances that prevented a timely application.
If some documents are missing, start by describing the situation: we will identify what else needs to be obtained. In the first form, the country, the nature of the matter and important dates are enough; document numbers and scans are not needed.
What to bear in mind
The court assesses specific obstacles and evidence. Legal assistance helps prepare a reasoned position but does not guarantee that additional time will be granted.
Process and cost
- You describe the situation and the outcome you want.
- We clarify the circumstances, the country and the documents needed for review.
- Before paid work begins, we agree on its scope, cost and format: consultation, document preparation or representation.
The cost depends on the volume of documents, the stage of the case and the need for involvement in another country. Court fees, notarial acts, translations and expert assessments are discussed separately if required. The outcome depends on the circumstances, evidence and decisions of the competent authorities.
Frequently asked question
If the notary refuses, is the inheritance already lost?
The refusal needs to be examined: it may concern the deadline, documents or another reason. After review, we will determine whether an out-of-court route or grounds for court proceedings exist.
Can I get help with “Missed inheritance acceptance deadline” if I live abroad?
We can start remotely while you are abroad. In your first message, state where you live and where the relevant party, property or authority is located. We will check whether a representative can take particular steps and whether the procedure requires your personal participation.
Does my country of residence decide which law applies to “Missed inheritance acceptance deadline”?
No. Your place of residence alone does not decide which law applies. Relevant factors can include the countries connected to the parties, where an event or contractual duty took place, where property is located and which authority is handling the matter. We first check the connection to Ukraine, the potentially applicable law and whether local counsel in another country is needed.
What if I do not have all the documents for “Missed inheritance acceptance deadline”?
You do not need a complete file to make an initial inquiry. Give us a short timeline, your desired outcome, important dates and a list of the documents you already have. Document numbers and scans are not needed in the first inquiry; after clarifying the facts, we will identify what is missing.
What determines the cost of help with “Missed inheritance acceptance deadline”, and can I limit the scope?
Before paid work begins, we agree on its format, specific steps, deliverables and fee. The cost depends on the materials, stage of the matter and any work involving another country. Court or official fees, notarial acts, translations and expert reviews are discussed separately if needed.
Can you guarantee the outcome or timeframe for “Missed inheritance acceptance deadline”?
No. We cannot promise a decision by a court or authority, or the actions of another party. After reviewing the facts, we explain the available options, evidence needed, risks and the timing of our own work. The overall duration can also depend on other parties, authorities and cross-border procedures; tell us promptly about notices and dates.