perintöjakamisen

Perintöjakaminen refers to the division of an estate among heirs in Finnish inheritance law. When a person passes away, their assets, including property, money, and possessions, become their estate. This estate is then subject to a legal process of distribution.

The process typically begins with the identification of the deceased's heirs. These are usually determined by law, with spouses and children having priority, or by a will left by the deceased. If a will exists, it generally guides the distribution, though certain legal protections for heirs may still apply.

If there is no will, the estate is divided according to statutory inheritance rules. The spouse usually receives a significant portion, and any remaining assets are divided among the children. If there are no surviving children, the inheritance may pass to the deceased's parents and then to their siblings.

A formal inventory of the estate's assets and debts is usually conducted. This is followed by the division itself, which can be agreed upon by the heirs or, if an agreement cannot be reached, can be settled through court proceedings. The goal is to ensure a fair and legal distribution of the deceased's assets in accordance with their wishes or the law.