Inheritance Law in Greece — Wills & Succession

Trusted legal support for wills, probate, cross-border estates, and tax compliance across Greece.

We assist heirs and property owners with wills, intestate succession, probate, and cross-border estates. Based in Chania, we coordinate notaries, registries, and translations with clear timelines.

Key Services

Drafting & Reviewing Wills

Greek/foreign wills, validity checks, translations, notarial coordination.

Probate & Court Procedures

Applications before Greek courts, recognition of foreign probate documents.

Intestate Succession

Heirship rights and property distribution where no will exists.

Cross-Border Inheritance

EU Reg. 650/2012, choice of law, foreign judgments & coordination.

Property Transfers

Acceptance of inheritance, Land Registry & Cadastre registrations.

Tax & Estate Planning

Inheritance tax filings & strategies with accountants and notaries.

Why Choose Us

Cross-border expertise: support for foreign nationals with Greek estates.
Clear procedures: step-by-step guidance through probate and registrations.
Multilingual: English / Greek / German with certified translations.
Local insight: experience with notarial and registry practice across Crete.

Protect your family’s rights and secure your estate in Greece.

From will drafting to property registration and tax filings — handled end-to-end with clear timelines.

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FAQ — Inheritance Law

Do foreign wills apply in Greece?

Yes, subject to Greek private international law and EU Regulation 650/2012. We advise on recognition, translations, and compliance.

What if there is no will?

Greek intestate succession rules apply, prioritizing relatives in order of closeness. We guide heirs through acceptance procedures.

Do I need to attend in person?

Often not. With a power of attorney we can represent heirs before notaries and courts for inheritance acceptance and registration.

How is inheritance tax handled?

Tax rates depend on the heir’s relationship to the deceased. We prepare filings and coordinate with accountants for compliance.

Can property be sold before completing inheritance?

No — title must pass via inheritance acceptance and registration first. We expedite the process to enable future transactions.

Need inheritance support? Speak with a lawyer in Chania and receive a clear roadmap within 24 hours.