pesänjakamisen

Pesänjakaminen is a Finnish legal term referring to the division of an estate after a person's death. It is the process by which the assets and liabilities of a deceased individual are distributed among their heirs. This division typically occurs after the estate inventory (ositus) has been completed, which determines the net value of the estate available for distribution.

The process of pesänjakaminen can be carried out amicably between the heirs through an agreement, known as a "jakokirja" or division agreement. This agreement outlines how each asset and debt will be allocated. If the heirs cannot reach an agreement, a court-appointed estate distributor (pesänjakaja) can be appointed to oversee the division. The distributor's role is to ensure a fair and legal distribution according to Finnish inheritance law.

Finnish inheritance law dictates the order of succession and the rights of heirs. Spouses and children are typically the primary heirs. If there are no direct descendants or a surviving spouse, other relatives may inherit. The pesänjakaminen process must adhere to these legal frameworks, ensuring that all legal obligations, such as debts and taxes, are settled before the remaining assets are distributed. The final distribution is formalized in a legal document, and once registered, it marks the conclusion of the estate settlement.