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Inheritance law in Germany

Inheritance law in Germany regulates the succession of property and presents complex challenges for entrepreneurs and private individuals alike. Whether you need a will, inheritance contract or compulsory portion claims, we provide comprehensive advice on legally secure estate planning. Particularly in the case of company successions or cross-border inheritance cases between Germany and Denmark, we help you to avoid tax and legal pitfalls and ensure a smooth succession.
We also advise you on Danish inheritance law – from wills to estate administration.

Key aspects

A clearly regulated estate protects your assets and avoids disputes. We advise you on the preparation of wills and inheritance contracts, optimise your estate planning from a tax perspective and support heirs in the settlement process. Particularly in the case of company successions, a well-thought-out design is essential to ensure continuity. We also help you to coordinate different legal provisions and ensure a smooth transfer of assets in cross-border inheritance cases between Germany and Denmark.

What we can do for you

We provide comprehensive advice on all matters of German inheritance law:

• Drafting wills and inheritance contracts
• Corporate succession and succession arrangements under company law
• Tax-optimised estate planning
• Advice on compulsory portion rights and inheritance disputes
• Support with the execution of wills and estate settlement
• Representation in inheritance disputes and compulsory portion proceedings
• Advice on cross-border inheritance cases between Germany and Denmark

Secure your estate in good time – we will advise you individually!

Your contact person

Dr. Claas Thöle

Lawyer, Partner
Specialist lawyer for commercial and corporate law
Specialist lawyer for international business law