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Sterk Law Firm
Your Trusted Advisor in Norwegian Inheritance Law
Your Trusted Advisor in Norwegian Inheritance Law
Your Trusted Advisor in Norwegian Inheritance Law
Inheritance law is an area of law that concerns us all. Throughout life, we accumulate assets that one day need to be transferred to our closest relatives. It is important to know your rights and obligations, whether as a testator or heir. At the same time, there are many pitfalls that can create conflicts if not prevented in time. At Sterk Law Firm, you will receive a personal and proactive lawyer who dares to ask the difficult questions. Based on your wishes and family situation, we will recommend solutions that minimize the risk of future disputes. This may involve everything from drafting a will and marriage contract to assisting in generational transfers or establishing foundations. Should you nevertheless find yourself in an inheritance dispute, we have extensive experience mediating between parties. If the dispute becomes a reality, we are ready to protect your interests through negotiations and legal proceedings. Our probate experts can also assist with all practical and legal tasks upon death, from probate notifications to registering deeds on the decedent's estate properties.
Inheritance law is an area of law that concerns us all. Throughout life, we accumulate assets that one day need to be transferred to our closest relatives. It is important to know your rights and obligations, whether as a testator or heir. At the same time, there are many pitfalls that can create conflicts if not prevented in time. At Sterk Law Firm, you will receive a personal and proactive lawyer who dares to ask the difficult questions. Based on your wishes and family situation, we will recommend solutions that minimize the risk of future disputes. This may involve everything from drafting a will and marriage contract to assisting in generational transfers or establishing foundations. Should you nevertheless find yourself in an inheritance dispute, we have extensive experience mediating between parties. If the dispute becomes a reality, we are ready to protect your interests through negotiations and legal proceedings. Our probate experts can also assist with all practical and legal tasks upon death, from probate notifications to registering deeds on the decedent's estate properties.
Inheritance law is an area of law that concerns us all. Throughout life, we accumulate assets that one day need to be transferred to our closest relatives. It is important to know your rights and obligations, whether as a testator or heir. At the same time, there are many pitfalls that can create conflicts if not prevented in time. At Sterk Law Firm, you will receive a personal and proactive lawyer who dares to ask the difficult questions. Based on your wishes and family situation, we will recommend solutions that minimize the risk of future disputes. This may involve everything from drafting a will and marriage contract to assisting in generational transfers or establishing foundations. Should you nevertheless find yourself in an inheritance dispute, we have extensive experience mediating between parties. If the dispute becomes a reality, we are ready to protect your interests through negotiations and legal proceedings. Our probate experts can also assist with all practical and legal tasks upon death, from probate notifications to registering deeds on the decedent's estate properties.



Your Trusted Advisor in Norwegian Inheritance Law
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We assist you in planning your inheritance and ensuring an equitable distribution.
We assist you in planning your inheritance and ensuring an equitable distribution.
We assist you in planning your inheritance and ensuring an equitable distribution.
Sterk Law Firm offers comprehensive assistance in all areas of inheritance law. Whether you wish to draft a will, execute a generational transfer, or need help with an estate, our lawyers possess solid expertise and extensive experience. Our objective is to prevent conflicts, ensure your wishes are honored, and facilitate a smooth and accurate execution of the estate settlement.
Sterk Law Firm offers comprehensive assistance in all areas of inheritance law. Whether you wish to draft a will, execute a generational transfer, or need help with an estate, our lawyers possess solid expertise and extensive experience. Our objective is to prevent conflicts, ensure your wishes are honored, and facilitate a smooth and accurate execution of the estate settlement.
Sterk Law Firm offers comprehensive assistance in all areas of inheritance law. Whether you wish to draft a will, execute a generational transfer, or need help with an estate, our lawyers possess solid expertise and extensive experience. Our objective is to prevent conflicts, ensure your wishes are honored, and facilitate a smooth and accurate execution of the estate settlement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a power of attorney?
A general power of attorney is a written authorization that grants another person the right to perform legal actions on behalf of the principal. Such authorization, or other powers of attorney like a future power of attorney, can be important in cases of dementia or similar situations.
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What is a power of attorney?
A general power of attorney is a written authorization that grants another person the right to perform legal actions on behalf of the principal. Such authorization, or other powers of attorney like a future power of attorney, can be important in cases of dementia or similar situations.
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What is a power of attorney?
A general power of attorney is a written authorization that grants another person the right to perform legal actions on behalf of the principal. Such authorization, or other powers of attorney like a future power of attorney, can be important in cases of dementia or similar situations.
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What is the difference between an inheritance pact and a mutual will?
An inheritance pact is an agreement between the person bequeathing the assets and the heir. The pact cannot be unilaterally revoked. A mutual will involves two testators bequeathing their assets to each other.
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What is the difference between an inheritance pact and a mutual will?
An inheritance pact is an agreement between the person bequeathing the assets and the heir. The pact cannot be unilaterally revoked. A mutual will involves two testators bequeathing their assets to each other.
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What is the difference between an inheritance pact and a mutual will?
An inheritance pact is an agreement between the person bequeathing the assets and the heir. The pact cannot be unilaterally revoked. A mutual will involves two testators bequeathing their assets to each other.
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What is the difference between a will and a prenuptial agreement?
A will is a unilateral disposition of inheritance that only takes effect after the death of the testator. A prenuptial agreement regulates the property relations between spouses and can have effect during their lifetime.
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What is the difference between a will and a prenuptial agreement?
A will is a unilateral disposition of inheritance that only takes effect after the death of the testator. A prenuptial agreement regulates the property relations between spouses and can have effect during their lifetime.
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What is the difference between a will and a prenuptial agreement?
A will is a unilateral disposition of inheritance that only takes effect after the death of the testator. A prenuptial agreement regulates the property relations between spouses and can have effect during their lifetime.
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What is the minimum inheritance for descendants?
Heirs have the right to 2/3 of the deceased's estate, limited to 15 G per child, cf. al. § 50. The testator can only freely dispose of 1/3 in the will.
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What is the minimum inheritance for descendants?
Heirs have the right to 2/3 of the deceased's estate, limited to 15 G per child, cf. al. § 50. The testator can only freely dispose of 1/3 in the will.
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What is the minimum inheritance for descendants?
Heirs have the right to 2/3 of the deceased's estate, limited to 15 G per child, cf. al. § 50. The testator can only freely dispose of 1/3 in the will.
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What are 'særkullsbarn'?
Children from a previous relationship are children whom the deceased has with someone other than their current spouse or cohabitant. The opposite is joint children.
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What are 'særkullsbarn'?
Children from a previous relationship are children whom the deceased has with someone other than their current spouse or cohabitant. The opposite is joint children.
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What are 'særkullsbarn'?
Children from a previous relationship are children whom the deceased has with someone other than their current spouse or cohabitant. The opposite is joint children.
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Who are the legal heirs?
Legal heirs are the deceased's relatives in the direct descending and ascending line, as well as siblings and the descendants of siblings, cf. the inheritance table in the Inheritance Act Chapter I.
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Who are the legal heirs?
Legal heirs are the deceased's relatives in the direct descending and ascending line, as well as siblings and the descendants of siblings, cf. the inheritance table in the Inheritance Act Chapter I.
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Who are the legal heirs?
Legal heirs are the deceased's relatives in the direct descending and ascending line, as well as siblings and the descendants of siblings, cf. the inheritance table in the Inheritance Act Chapter I.
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Who has the right to remain in undivided possession?
The surviving spouse has the right to remain in an undivided estate with joint descendants and with stepchildren who consent. Cohabitants only have the right to an undivided estate if they have, have had, or are expecting a common child.
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Who has the right to remain in undivided possession?
The surviving spouse has the right to remain in an undivided estate with joint descendants and with stepchildren who consent. Cohabitants only have the right to an undivided estate if they have, have had, or are expecting a common child.
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Who has the right to remain in undivided possession?
The surviving spouse has the right to remain in an undivided estate with joint descendants and with stepchildren who consent. Cohabitants only have the right to an undivided estate if they have, have had, or are expecting a common child.
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How to revoke a will?
A will can be revoked by creating a new will, destroying all copies of the will, or declaring the revocation in front of two witnesses, cf. the Inheritance Act § 48.
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How to revoke a will?
A will can be revoked by creating a new will, destroying all copies of the will, or declaring the revocation in front of two witnesses, cf. the Inheritance Act § 48.
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How to revoke a will?
A will can be revoked by creating a new will, destroying all copies of the will, or declaring the revocation in front of two witnesses, cf. the Inheritance Act § 48.

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