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Declaration of legal heirs (of inheritance)

For estate liquidation, quickly create a personalized legal heirs (heredity) declaration. Obtain a personalized document online. Identify the heirs and appoint a liquidator with our interactive form which goes beyond a simple model...more

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  2. Print your declaration of legal heirship
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Declaration of legal heirs
  • When a person dies without leaving a will or with an incomplete will, the declaration of legal heirs is essential to identify the heirs according to the guidelines of the Civil Code of Quebec. This document is crucial in establishing the legal rights of the heirs.
  • During estate settlement, it is necessary to present the declaration of heredity to the various parties involved to ensure the rights of the heirs. These parties include :
    • Financial institutions;
    • Insurance companies;
    • Entities involved inassets or other claims.
  • The document also enables the heirs to appoint a liquidator, responsible for administering the estate. This step is vital if the estate is to be managed efficiently and correctly.
  • Discover a wealth of information about settling or liquidating an estate by visiting our legal FAQ.
The Civil Code of Quebec does not require the declaration of legal heirs to be notarized. However, some financial institutions do require it. It's always best to check with the institution where the deceased did business before completing this online declaration.

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Declaration of legal heirs (of inheritance) $95

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Appointment of a liquidator (only applies if there are 2 heirs and more) Included
Questionnaires review with a member of our legal team
No discount or credit is applicable to this option.
$60
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