Blog Archive

16 March 2026

16 March 2026: Inheritance Law Day

On Monday, 16 March 2026, it is Inheritance Law Day. To mark the occasion, you can schedule an appointment with one of the specialised lawyers at GMW lawyers during the coming week to receive free information and advice on inheritance law.

11 March 2026

How can you prevent an inheritance from ending up with your child’s partner?

When drawing up a will, consideration is given to how the inheritance will be distributed. This is recorded in the will. A possible wish is to ensure that your future inheritance does not end up with your child’s partner.

6 January 2025

The validity of a draft will

One can inherit in two ways: through the legal system (known as intestacy law) or through a will. The legal system can only be set aside by a will. A will must be drawn up by a civil-law notary, who will also formally ‘execute’ it.

11 September 2024

What to do if money has disappeared from the estate?

After someone's passing, the estate is settled, and the heirs gain insight into the extent and composition of the inheritance. What can you do if money has disappeared from the estate?

2 September 2024

Concealing a part of the inheritance

There is a mutual obligation for heirs to inform each other about the extent of the inheritance.

5 February 2024

What information does a forced heir receive?

A forced heir needs information to calculate their statutory share. They are entitled to inspect and take copies of all documents they need to calculate their statutory share. What is the extent of this right?

2 January 2023

Remarriage of the surviving parent: what are the implications for an inheritance?

If no will has been drawn up then statutory distribution rules apply to the inheritance.

18 May 2022

Microsoft grants access to deceased’s digital accounts

Microsoft grants access to the digital accounts of deceased persons. When can you, as an heir, make a claim? You can read the answer in this blog.

Blogs by 'Marieke Morshuis'