Experts in inheritance problem
Nagano Law Office, Legal professional corporation
in Hamamatsu City
For those who are suffering from inheritance problems,
Nagano Law Office, legal professional corporation, will do our best to support you.
Inheritance-Related Services
Nagano Law Office is a law office in Hamamatsu City with extensive experience and expertise in inheritance problems. We provide all-round support to smoothly proceed with complex inheritance procedures, including making a will, inheritance tax planning, inheritance division, and renunciation of inheritance. We prevent conflicts between family members and propose optimal solutions that respect the wishes of our clients. We will serve as a reliable partner that you can consult with peace of mind.
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Making a will
A will plays a very important role in ensuring that your wishes are preserved. We provide support in creating a legally valid will. To ensure that your family and bereaved family accurately understand your intentions and to avoid confusion or disputes in the division of your inheritance, a professional attorney will review and prepare the contents together with you. We will explain in detail the types of wills and the procedures for making them, and recommend the method that is best suited to your situation.
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Distributive share reducing request
If there is a will that is unfavorable to you, you must claim the amount for infringement of your inheritance from your heirs within one year. We handle many cases of distributive share reducing request, and we also investigate inherited property, negotiate with the other party, mediate, and go to court. The main points of determining the amount of property infringement are checking the assessed value of the real estate, advance payments, and unaccounted for funds.
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Inheritance division
In inheritance, the inheritance division is often a source of trouble between family members. We aim to support a fair and amicable inheritance division and protect family bonds. The attorney will act as a facilitator of the inheritance division conference, providing appropriate advice from a legal perspective while respecting the opinions of each heir. We also support the preparation of inheritance division conference agreements to prevent problems before they occur.
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Renunciation of inheritance
Inheritance may include debts, so it is necessary to consider procedures for renunciation of inheritance in order to avoid disadvantageous inheritance. We provide support to quickly and reliably carry out renunciation of inheritance procedures. We will provide detailed explanations of deadlines, required documents, and procedural steps for renunciation of inheritance, and will support you so that the process can proceed smoothly. This allows you to avoid the risk of incurring debt and proceed with inheritance with peace of mind.
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Other inheritance-related problems
Inheritance can involve a wide range of problems. It is important to take measures in advance, such as through lifetime gifts and family trusts. We also cover a wide range of these measures and provide customized advice tailored to our clients' needs. We also provide detailed explanations of how to transfer assets through lifetime gifts and how to manage assets using family trusts, and support our clients in passing on their assets to the next generation in the optimal form.
Inheritance Consultation Process
At Nagano Law Office, we have a process in place to ensure that consultations regarding inheritance proceed smoothly and effectively. Below is the process of the consultation.
01. Make an appointment for an initial consultation
Please make an appointment for your initial consultation by phone or through our website. The initial consultation is free of charge, so please feel free to contact us.
02. Preparation before consultation
Before the consultation, please prepare necessary documents and information. The process will go smoothly if you have a will, a copy of your family register, a list of inherited assets, etc.
03. Initial consultation
Our attorneys will listen to the details of your concerns and provide basic legal advice regarding inheritance. We will also carefully listen to your family's situation and concerns.
04. Proposal of specific measures
Based on the content of the initial consultation, we will propose a specific plan for the necessary procedures and measures. We will explain the best solutions, such as making a will, inheritance tax measures, and inheritance division conference.
05. Determination of your request
If you are satisfied with the proposed plan, we will formally accept your request. We will exchange contracts and begin the specific work.
06. Implementation of procedures
The attorneys will take the lead in carrying out the necessary procedures quickly and reliably. This includes the preparation of iinheritance division conference agreements and procedures for filing inheritance taxes.
07. Progress reports and aftercare support
We will regularly report on the progress of the procedures and provide additional advice and support as needed. We will support you thoroughly until all procedures are completed.
FAQ
Inheritance procedures and laws are complex, and many people have questions and concerns about them. Here, we have compiled frequently asked questions about inheritance and their answers. Please refer to them if you have any problems. For detailed consultation, please feel free to contact Nagano Law Office.
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How should I prepare a will?
There are three types of wills: self-written, notarized, and secret. Each has different preparation methods and legal requirements, so it is important to choose the best method for your situation. In particular, a notarial will has strong legal effect due to the involvement of a notary public, and is effective in preventing trouble. At our office, we will explain in detail the types of wills and the steps involved in preparing them, and we will also coordinate with a notary public if necessary.
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When should I start inheritance tax planning?
It is advisable to start inheritance tax planning as early as possible. It may take time to take effective measures, such as making a lifetime gift, using life insurance, or reducing the value of real estate. By starting planning early, you can reduce tax burdens and efficiently pass on your assets to the next generation. Regarding specific measures, we will propose the most suitable plan depending on your individual situation.
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How should I proceed with the inheritance division conference?
All heirs must participate in the inheritance division conference. Begin by understanding the entirety of the inheritance and proceed with discussions while respecting each heir's opinions. An attorney will provide neutral support and legal advice to find a fair division method. In addition, after the conference have been finalized, it is important to draw up an inheritance division conference agreement and obtain everyone's signatures and seals. Our office fully supports the smooth progress of conference and document preparation.
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What procedures are required for renunciation of inheritance?
A petition for renunciation of inheritance must be filed with the family court within 3 months from the date of becoming aware of the commencement of inheritance. To file petition for renunciation of inheritance requires documents such as a petition form and a copy of your family register. Once the procedure is completed, you no longer have to worry about inheriting debts because you will no longer be an heir from the beginning. It is important to complete the procedure within the deadline, and our office will carefully support you from the preparation of the necessary documents to the filing of the petition.
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What are the differences between lifetime gifts and family trusts?
Lifetime gifts and family trusts are both ways to transfer inheritances during your lifetime, but they have different purposes and mechanisms. Lifetime gifts may be subject to gift tax, but they have the effect of reducing the burden of inheritance tax. On the other hand, a family trust is a system in which inheritances are managed based on a trust agreement and trust beneficiaries receive benefits. Since trust inheritances are managed by a trust administrator, it is possible to preserve the inheritances and smoothly pass them on to successors. Which method is most suitable depends on each individual situation, so our office will suggest the most suitable method.