Inheritance law
Supporting heirs, respecting wishes and preventing disputes
Planning or settling an estate often involves delicate issues combining emotions, intergenerational dynamics, complex legal rules and sometimes family tensions. Whether you wish to organise the transfer of your assets or assert your rights as an heir, legal guidance can be essential.
Pauline Goffioul assists clients throughout the inheritance process, whether amicable or contentious, with rigour, clear explanations and attentive listening. Her approach prioritises clarity, prevention of disputes and solutions that are legally sound while remaining sensitive to the human realities of the situation.
How we can assist
Whatever the circumstances, every client deserves careful attention. Here are some examples of matters in which the firm can assist.
Disputes or deadlock between heirs
Prompt legal assistance with jointly owned estate assets, their management and the search for lasting agreements. Pauline Goffioul helps resolve disputes so that an estate can be managed and settled more effectively.
Challenging a will or gift
Review of the validity of a will or gift, including the deceased’s intention and the formal and substantive requirements of the instrument. Pauline Goffioul can assist either in challenging the instrument or in defending the arrangements made by the deceased, with the aim of ensuring that their wishes are respected.
Assistance with the division of estate assets
Support during discussions aimed at achieving a fair division, verification of reserved inheritance rights, priority given to amicable dispute resolution and, where necessary, referral to the court. Pauline Goffioul helps facilitate dialogue between heirs and prevent further conflict.
Analysis of inheritance rights
Determination of your share of the estate, your obligations and the options available under the applicable legal framework, helping heirs understand their rights and responsibilities.
Opening and administration of an estate
Immediate steps following a death, protection of estate assets and coordination between heirs and the notary. This support helps ensure that the deceased’s estate is managed efficiently from the outset.
