Inheritance Order and Probate Order – Questions and Answers 2026

What is an inheritance order?

A succession order is a legal order that determines who the heirs of a person who died without a will are and what each heir’s share of the estate is.

The order does not generally determine which assets each heir will actually receive, but rather the proportion of his share in the estate.

What is a will enforcement order?

A will enforcement order is an order that gives a will legal validity. After receiving the order, it is possible to act with banks, insurance companies, real estate authorities and other entities to implement the provisions of the will.

What is the difference between the two orders?

When there is a will, an application for a probate order must be filed.

When there is no will, an application for a succession order must be filed.

Who may submit the application?

The application is usually submitted by an heir, a beneficiary under the will, or another person who has an interest in the estate.

Can the application be submitted without a lawyer?

In simple cases, you can submit an application independently. However, errors in the details, documents, or identity of the heirs may delay processing.

Legal support is especially important when there are heirs abroad, minors, public figures, numerous assets, debts, or disputes between family members.

What happens when a will is discovered after a succession order has already been made?

In such a situation, it may be necessary to file a motion to revoke or amend the will. It must be explained when the will was discovered, why it was not presented earlier, and what its significance is in relation to the distribution of the estate.

Can a probate order be revoked?

Yes, in appropriate circumstances, an application may be filed to revoke or amend an order that has already been issued, especially when new evidence, another will, forgery, or material information that was not previously known has been discovered.

How long does the procedure take?

The duration of the processing depends on the documents submitted, whether there is an objection, whether further investigation is required, and whether the case is transferred to court.

When the request is valid and there is no objection, the procedure may be shorter. When there is a dispute, the processing may be longer.

Is the order sufficient to transfer an apartment into the name of the heirs?

After receiving the order, it is usually necessary to perform additional registration activities with the body where the rights to the apartment are registered.

When there are several heirs, it is recommended to check whether it is correct to register the apartment in everyone’s name, sell it, or draw up an estate distribution agreement.

Assistance in issuing an inheritance order or a will enforcement order

Sharon Segal Law Firm provides full support in submitting the application, preparing the documents, handling the registrar’s requirements, and representation in the event of objection or dispute.

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The information on this page is general information and does not constitute legal advice.