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Italian Succession - Your Questions Answered
Giambrone & Partners succession lawyers can assist in every aspect of managing your deceased relative's estate.
Obtaining Probate Italy need not be complicated, our lawyers are well versed in managing the procedures required In order to obtain Italian probate. The documents listed below are essential and must be provided.
The Documents Required
- Death Certificate
- Affidavit relating to the deceased's family situation
- Title deeds of buildings and land purchased
- Family certificate of the deceased
To obtain a death certificate as well as copies of the deceased's (and applicant’s) personal ID and tax code will be required. The death certificate will be issued by the Registry of Vital Records at the municipality of residence.
What is the time scale?
The time it takes to complete the succession process depends on the matter is complex. If there are no problems or complications the approximate time required for a lawyer to complete the matter will normally extend over a two to three month period. However, this is dependent the speed of the Authorities. It is possible that the matter could extend beyond the estimate if additional meetings are required.
What is a statement of Succession?
This is a form (obtained from the Italian Ministry of Finance) that must be sent to the appropriate Italian Tax authority (Agenzia delle Entrate) listing all of the deceased's assets.
The Statement of Succession ("Dichiarazione di Successione") is required within one year of the death. This is in addition to personal data regarding the deceased and the heirs, which must outline all the details of the assets in the estate, mortgages, receipts, the deceased's death certificate and the original or a legalised copy of the will.
I have inherited a house in Italy, what so I have to do next?
Giambrone & Partners inertance, wills and probate team can assist you with the transfer of the property into your name or with the sale of the property.
Our lawyers can assist if the deceased was not domiciled in Italy but nevertheless had various assets in Italy by listing and apportioning the assets. If the beneficiaries are unsure as to the nature and number of the assets the deceased actually owned in Italy, Giambrone & Partners probate team can provide asset reconstruction services which will ensure that none of the assets the deceased owned will be overlooked or are claimed by anyone other than the actual beneficiaries.
Should you wish to know more about dealing with an inheritance in Italy please click here or call (+44) 0207 183 9482 to speak with an English- speaking adviser.