A Deed of Adjudiction is very similar to an Extrajudicial Settlement as it has the same requirements, general process and steps...
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How do you make a Last Will and Testament in the Philippines?
If you are a Filipino and you want to write a Will, you will need to follow Philippine Law so that the Will is valid and can be executed. Below, we list considerations you need to take into account so that your Will can be put int...
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How to Probate a Will in the Philippines
When you inherit Philippine property through a will, you will need to go through to court in a process called “probate”.Probate is a court process that authenticates the will.Probate then allows the properties to be distribute...
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Who Are Compulsory Heirs Under Philippine Law?
Compulsory Heirs are the Legal Heirs of the deceased and are mandatory heirs under Inheritance Law Philippines. These Heirs, and the amount they inherit, are determined by Philippine Inheritance law when there is no Will, and even...
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When an Heir Waives His Share of the Inheritance
It can happen that an heir to a Philippine inheritance might want to waive his share of the estate. A waiver may be total or partial...
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Does an illegitimate child share in the inheritance from a legitimate grandparent?
An illegitimate grandchild cannot inherit from a legitimate grandparent unless specifically provided for in a last will and testament...
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