GREECE WILLS - A Voutsas Law Office
As Greece is part of the EU, you would imagine that their laws regarding wills, would be the same as for example those in the U.K. - This is far from the truth.
At present all foreign buyers of real estate in Greece are served by the justice courts in Athens. These are the only courts by law who have the authority, and will act to resolve any disputes regarding Inheritance, and legal issues regarding Wills. No other court anywhere in the whole Greek region serves this purpose.
Consider this scenario: You have purchased your dream home in Greece or in one of the Greek Islands and something happens to you. Your dependents are left with most likely an amended will from your country of residence. What else are they left with? Answer: They are left with on-going legal problems and the burden of cost. For example your dependents will need to have any documents that are left to them whether they are in English/German/French and so on translated and authenticated for use in Greece meaning time delay, expense and possibly additional legal costs especially if any family members contest your Will.
Now consider this scenario: You appoint a legal representative through Overseas Wills to assist you in the correct procedure leaving you with peace of mind. Example: You or a relative are owners of Greek real estate and have only made out a will in your country of residence. This scenario is leaving your dependants with a host of legal issues. Solution: Through Overseas Wills an established and "local" lawyer is appointed to guide you through the process of what exactly is required. For example: You will inform and provide your lawyer with specific "power of attorney" with regards to establishing a last will and testament. In addition you may already be in possession of documentation which is relevant to the purchase of Greek real estate and this should also be made available to the lawyer.
The local Greek lawyer will follow certain procedures to establish your identified "heirs" as legal and this involves attending court to legalise the testament. Your lawyer will in addition be required to issue and receive legal documents from the Greek authorities including final inheritance acceptance and the issue of ownership certificates.
At Overseas Wills we can provide a streamline process from start to finish leaving you with that all important legal document and most importantly a "local point of contact" for your dependents.
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