pesänjakosopimuksin

Pesänjakosopimus, in Finnish legal terminology, refers to a partition agreement. This is a contract concluded between heirs or other parties entitled to inherit a deceased person's estate, detailing how the estate's assets and liabilities will be divided among them. In Finland, the division of an estate typically occurs after the estate inventory has been completed. The partition agreement is a crucial step in formally transferring ownership of the inherited property.

The process of reaching a partition agreement can be done voluntarily among the heirs. If the heirs cannot agree on the division, a partition may be ordered by the district court, and a court-appointed partitioner (pesänjakaja) will then conduct the division. The partition agreement, whether reached amicably or through court intervention, must be in writing and signed by all parties involved. It also requires two witnesses to be legally valid.

A well-drafted pesänjakosopimus clearly lists all assets and debts of the estate and specifies who receives which portion. This can include real estate, bank accounts, vehicles, personal belongings, and any outstanding debts. The agreement serves as proof of ownership for the heirs and is necessary for registering property transfers, such as changing the ownership of a house or land. It is a legally binding document that finalizes the distribution of the deceased's estate.