Perillisenä

Perillisenä is a Finnish word that translates to "as an heir" or "in inheritance." It refers to the status or role of someone who is legally entitled to receive assets, property, or a title upon the death of another person, known as the deceased or testator. This inheritance can be determined by a will or by the laws of intestacy, which apply when no valid will exists.

The concept of perillisenä is central to inheritance law and estate planning. An heir, or perillinen, has specific rights and responsibilities related to the inherited estate. These can include the right to claim their share of the assets, as well as obligations such as paying debts of the deceased or administering the estate. The specific nature of these rights and responsibilities is governed by Finnish law.

In Finland, inheritance laws distinguish between different types of heirs. Compulsory heirs, known as lakimääräiset perilliset, have a legal right to a portion of the estate, regardless of what a will might state. These typically include the deceased's children and spouse. Other heirs may be designated in a will. The process of distributing an estate in Finland involves legal procedures to identify heirs, assess assets and liabilities, and ensure the lawful transfer of property. The term perillisenä therefore encapsulates the legal and social standing of an individual within the context of succession.