{"id":27539,"date":"2024-10-31T23:36:15","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T22:36:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-04-19T18:16:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T17:16:52","slug":"lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Inheritance law attorney"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"s-section\">\n<div class=\"s-section-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"s-grid-toc_main gb-element-94926826\">\n<div class=\"s-section-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"s-sidebar-block-toc gb-element-bf14a539\">\n<p class=\"gb-text\">On this page<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#Inheritance_with_debts_accept_or_reject\" >Inheritance with debts: accept or reject?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#International_estate\" >International estate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#Scenarios\" >Scenarios<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#Practical_examples\" >Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#Our_Attorneys_at_Law\" >Our Attorneys at Law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#Trust_and_quality\" >Trust and quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/inheritance-law\/lawyer\/#Do_you_want_to_know_your_legal_position_regarding_an_estate_or_a_conflict_between_heirs\" >Do you want to know your legal position regarding an estate or a conflict between heirs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-section-main s-stack-2xl gb-element-6c76d265\">\n<div class=\"s-content-block s-content-block--filled gb-element-15683c21 block-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"s-content-block-narrow\">\n<p class=\"gb-text gb-text-91da06c0\">In brief<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An inheritance law attorney guides you through legal questions and conflicts regarding an estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disagreement between heirs regarding the distribution or execution of a will can lead to a legal conflict where guidance is necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In many cases, a disinherited child can claim their <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/legitieme-portie-onterving\/\">statutory share<\/a>, even if the will excludes them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The choice between outright acceptance, <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/beneficiair-aanvaarden\/\">beneficiary acceptance<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/erfenis-verwerpen\/\">rejection<\/a> determines the liability for the deceased&#8217;s debts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For international estates, the European Succession Regulation (EU 650\/2012) determines which law applies and which court has jurisdiction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early legal guidance prevents escalation and provides clarity regarding your legal position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_engage_an_inheritance_law_attorney\"><\/span>When should you engage an inheritance law attorney?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In many estates, legal questions arise alongside emotional ones. Legal guidance is advisable in the following situations: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There is a threat of or an existing <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/conflict-tussen-erfgenamen\/\">conflict between heirs<\/a> regarding the distribution or execution of the will.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have been disinherited and wish to know if you can claim the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/legitieme-portie-onterving\/\">statutory share<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>De <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/verdelen-nalatenschap\/\">verdeling van de nalatenschap<\/a> loopt vast en partijen komen er onderling niet uit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are uncertain about acceptance due to potential debts within the estate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The estate has an international component, such as assets in multiple countries or different nationalities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the circumstances, consultation may suffice. In other cases, court proceedings are necessary. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_an_inheritance_law_lawyer_do\"><\/span>What does an inheritance law lawyer do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An inheritance law attorney brings structure to a complex situation. Depending on the circumstances, guidance includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Determining your legal position based on the will and statutory rules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legally clarifying and interpreting the will and statutory distribution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requesting or compelling information from the other party or the civil-law notary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Negotiating a settlement, involving a mediator if necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Litigating in court if consultation does not lead to a solution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For questions regarding <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/legitieme-portie-onterving\/\">statutory share and disinheritance<\/a>, timely action is essential. The law stipulates deadlines within which claims must be invoked. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_costs_of_an_inheritance_law_attorney\"><\/span>What are the costs of an inheritance law attorney?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An inheritance lawyer typically works on an hourly basis. The total costs depend on the complexity of the estate, the attitude of the parties involved, and whether legal proceedings are necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Factors influencing the costs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the size and composition of the estate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the number of heirs and the degree of consensus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the presence of an international element<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>of de zaak via overleg wordt opgelost of via de rechtbank<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A straightforward case in which heirs reach a settlement together requires less time than a procedure in which the court makes a decision. In the event of a conflict regarding the distribution or a contested statutory share, the lead time can increase, which affects the costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During an initial consultation, an indication of the expected effort can be provided based on your specific situation. You can read more about our rates and methods on the <a href=\"#\">costs and rates<\/a> page. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_area_and_accessibility\"><\/span>Service area and accessibility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers is located in Maarssen and assists clients with inheritance law issues at the office or entirely remotely via secure video calling. Remote assistance is also available for clients outside the region or from abroad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For clients from Utrecht and the surrounding area, an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/advocaat\/utrecht\/\">inheritance law lawyer in Utrecht<\/a> handles the proceedings at the Central Netherlands District Court. Clients from outside the region are assisted in the same manner: at the office or via <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/contact\/video-conference\/\">video calling<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inheritance_with_debts_accept_or_reject\"><\/span>Inheritance with debts: accept or reject?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of an <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/erfenis-met-schulden\/\">inheritance with debts<\/a>, the choice between pure acceptance, <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/beneficiair-aanvaarden\/\">beneficiary acceptance<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/erfenis-verwerpen\/\">rejection <\/a>is decisive for your liability. An incorrect choice can lead to personal liability for the deceased&#8217;s debts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gaining insight into the financial situation of the estate is a first step. An inheritance law lawyer can help assess which choice is most appropriate for your situation. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_estate\"><\/span>International estate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When the deceased lived abroad, left assets in multiple countries, or different nationalities are involved, additional legal questions arise. The European Succession Regulation (EU 650\/2012) determines in many cases which law applies and which court has jurisdiction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers advises on estates with international elements where Dutch law applies or where the Dutch court has jurisdiction. More about the legal frameworks can be found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/internationaal-erfrecht\/\">international inheritance law<\/a> page. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scenarios\"><\/span>Scenarios<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Consultation and amicable settlement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In many estates, consultation between heirs is possible, potentially guided by a mediator. An inheritance law lawyer can clarify the legal position of their client and contribute to a feasible settlement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Mediation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the event of stalled relationships, a mediator can help bring parties back into discussion. Depending on the circumstances, mediation offers a path to a settlement without court proceedings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Legal proceedings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If consultation and mediation do not lead to a solution, the court can be asked to make a decision regarding the distribution or execution of the will. A lawyer drafts the petition and manages the proceedings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Second opinion during ongoing proceedings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you already in proceedings with another firm and wish to have your position reviewed? A <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\">second opinion<\/a> provides independent insight into the strategy and the status of the case. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_examples\"><\/span>Practical examples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conflict over the parental home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the death of a parent, a dispute arose between three heirs regarding the sale of the parental home. Two children wanted to sell the property; the third child lived there and resisted. The legal position of the resident heir was unclear: did he have a right to remain in the home, and if so, on what basis?  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By analyzing the will and the statutory distribution, it was determined that there was no legal basis for continued use without the consent of the other heirs. On that basis, a settlement was proposed in which the resident heir was given a reasonable period to find alternative housing in exchange for cooperation with the sale. The parties reached an agreement without court proceedings.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uncertainty about acceptance in the event of potential debts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An heir made contact shortly after the death of a family member. There were indications that the estate contained debts, but a complete picture was lacking. The deadline for making a choice was approaching.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, an inventory was made of the known debts and assets. Subsequently, the civil-law notary was contacted with a request for access to the inventory of the estate. Based on the available information, the advice was to accept under the benefit of inventory (beneficiary acceptance) \u2014 a choice that protects the heir against private liability for debts that exceed the value of the estate. The timely action prevented the heir from being deemed to have accepted unconditionally due to inaction.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International estate with multiple legal systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In an estate with assets in the Netherlands and two other EU countries, the question of which law applied and which court had jurisdiction was not immediately clear. The deceased had Dutch nationality but had lived abroad in recent years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the European Succession Regulation (EU 650\/2012), the law of the country where the deceased had their habitual residence is, in principle, applicable. This had direct consequences for the distribution of the estate and the position of the surviving partner. By establishing the question of jurisdiction and the applicable law in a timely manner, it was possible to prevent heirs from starting proceedings in multiple countries simultaneously. The settlement was concentrated with the competent court, which saved time and costs.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have questions about an estate or a family conflict? <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\">Discuss your situation in a consultation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<p><em>Written by <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\"><em>Carla Simmelink<\/em><\/a><em>, inheritance law lawyer at Simmelink Lawyers.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-advocaten-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text\" id=\"advocaten\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Attorneys_at_Law\"><\/span>Our Attorneys at Law<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Simmelink Lawyers team specializes in family law, International family law, and inheritance law.<br\/>The lawyers combine legal expertise with international experience.<br\/>Clients are guided by one dedicated lawyer who oversees the entire process and communicates discreetly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In complex financial matters or an international component, a specialized lawyer is important.<br\/>We strive for legally correct, practically feasible agreements that give you predictability and peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bd256ba\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-5dcdaabb gb-query-loop-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23938 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Carla Simmelink\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\">Carla Simmelink &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-29865 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Valerie Lingg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\">Valerie Lingg &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23939 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Eva Zaunbrecher\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\">Eva Zaunbrecher-Boschloo &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Lawyer at Law (International) Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-36349 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Sophia Sips\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\">Sophia Sips &#8211; Family Law Attorney<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-quotes-block gb-element-b0365a51 testimonial-block\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"s-quote-card-icon gb-media-5cab658b testimonial-icon\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/quote.svg\" title=\"quote\">\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-quote-card-text testimonial-text\"><em><em>Clients are guided by a dedicated lawyer who oversees the entire file and communicates discreetly.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-quote-card-author testimonial-author\">Mr. Carla Simmelink, lawyer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-be249d49 s-margin-vert-xl s-content-block\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bfdf1120 gb-headline-text gbp-section__headline\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1e85dbd5 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d1310856 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-19f7b745 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-19f7b745\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">When do I need an inheritance law lawyer?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-52e77243\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-52e77243\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b299caa3 gb-headline-text\">In many cases, an inheritance law lawyer is advisable if a conflict between heirs is imminent, if you have been disinherited and wish to know if you are entitled to the <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/legitieme-portie-onterving\/\">statutory share<\/a>, or if the distribution of the estate has stalled. Depending on the circumstances, uncertainty about acceptance due to potential debts may also be a reason. This is general information; every situation requires its own assessment.  <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3600de9f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ba8b12fe gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ba8b12fe\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What is the statutory share?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-54bea308\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-54bea308\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-784447a0 gb-headline-text\">The statutory share is the legal minimum portion of the estate that a child can claim, even if they have been disinherited via the will. In many cases, the statutory share amounts to half of the statutory inheritance portion. Claims must be invoked within a legal time limit.   This is general information, not individual legal advice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d7e7a6c6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-361ea87d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-361ea87d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What is the difference between beneficiary acceptance and rejection?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c5948222\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c5948222\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-51ced355 gb-headline-text\">With <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/beneficiair-aanvaarden\/\">beneficiary acceptance<\/a>, you as an heir are not personally liable for the deceased&#8217;s debts: you only receive what remains after the debts have been paid. With <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/erfenis-verwerpen\/\">rejection<\/a>, you are no longer an heir and have no claims, but also no liability. Outright acceptance means that you assume all rights and obligations of the estate. Depending on the circumstances, the most appropriate choice varies by situation.   <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc394c18 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8dd43315 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8dd43315\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">How does a procedure for an inheritance conflict work?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d545942c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d545942c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c9e904f9 gb-headline-text\">In many cases, a procedure begins with consultation or mediation. If that does not lead to a solution, a lawyer submits a petition to the court. The judge assesses the facts and the applicable inheritance law and makes a decision. Depending on the circumstances, an appeal may follow. This is general information; the procedure varies per case.    <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2191c498 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-6cfa744c gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-6cfa744c\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Does Simmelink also assist with international estates?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-3ecf938b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3ecf938b\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6bc463d5 gb-headline-text\">Yes. Simmelink Lawyers advises on estates where Dutch law is applicable or where the Dutch court has jurisdiction. This also applies to <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/erfrecht\/internationaal-erfrecht\/\">international estates<\/a> with a Dutch component. Cases that fall exclusively under foreign law are not within the scope of work. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trust_and_quality\"><\/span>Trust and quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simmelink Lawyers is affiliated with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advocatenorde.nl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dutch Bar Association<\/a>.<br\/>Read more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/reviews\/\">reviews<\/a> or see how we work via our <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/\">working method<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-element-eab29512\">\n<div class=\"s-btn-group gb-element-7313c4f1\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text gb-text-2ba204ce\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_want_to_know_your_legal_position_regarding_an_estate_or_a_conflict_between_heirs\"><\/span>Do you want to know your legal position regarding an estate or a conflict between heirs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Schedule a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/advice\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"31583\">consultation<\/a> to map out your situation. If you are already in proceedings with another firm, you can also request a <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-approach\/second-opinion\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"32648\">second opinion<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-text s-btn-primary s-btn--small\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/contact\/\">Schedule an appointment<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\">Or contact us by phone via: <a href=\"tel:+31303078732\">030 &#8211; 30 787 32<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34ac26a6\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-34ce7bbc\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-7a1d0082\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"93\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-7a1d0082\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo-300x93.png\" alt=\"Logo of the Dutch Bar Association\" title=\"Logo of the Dutch Bar Association\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo-300x93.png 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/nederlandse-orde-van-advocaten-logo.png 340w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7b78af02\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-cae6833a\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-cae6833a\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/RaadvRechtspraak.svg\" alt=\"\" title=\"RaadvJustice\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-07670684\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"340\" height=\"105\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-07670684\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo.png\" alt=\"Council for Legal Aid High Trust Logo\" title=\"Council for Legal Aid High Trust Logo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo.png 340w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/raad-voor-rechtsbijstand-high-trust-logo-300x93.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On this page In brief An inheritance law attorney guides you through legal questions and conflicts regarding an estate. When should you engage an inheritance law attorney? In many estates, legal questions arise alongside emotional ones. Legal guidance is advisable in the following situations: Depending on the circumstances, consultation may suffice. 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