pärimisseaduses

Pärimisseadus, often translated as the Law of Succession or Inheritance Law, is a fundamental body of legal provisions governing the transfer of a person's estate upon their death. It outlines the rules and procedures by which a deceased individual's assets, rights, and obligations are passed on to their heirs. Key aspects covered by this law include determining who is entitled to inherit, whether through a will or by legal default, and the proportions in which they will inherit.

The law differentiates between testamentary succession, where the deceased has left a valid will specifying their wishes, and intestate succession, which applies when there is no will. In cases of intestacy, the law establishes a hierarchy of heirs, typically starting with the closest relatives such as spouse and children, and then extending to more distant relations if necessary. Pärimisseadus also addresses matters like the administration of the estate, the rights and duties of executors or administrators, and the procedures for accepting or disclaiming an inheritance. It aims to provide a clear and orderly framework for distributing property and settling debts, ensuring that legal heirs are identified and that the deceased's estate is handled according to established legal principles. The specifics of Pärimisseadus can vary significantly between different jurisdictions.