järeltulekut
Järeltulekut, often translated as succession or inheritance, is a fundamental concept in Estonian law and societal structures. It refers to the process by which rights, obligations, property, and responsibilities are transferred from one person or entity to another upon the death of the original holder. This transfer can occur in several ways, primarily through testamentary succession or intestate succession.
Testamentary succession occurs when the deceased has left a valid will, known as a testament. In this
Intestate succession, on the other hand, applies when a person dies without a valid will. Estonian law
The legal process of järeltulekut involves identifying the heirs, determining the assets and debts of the estate,