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International heir research in practice

Practical information about heirs abroad, international estates, foreign records and the professionals who may be involved in a case.

INTERNATIONAL ESTATES

Who may be involved in an international estate?

The roles of notaries, inheritance lawyers, international heir researchers and international document specialists.

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COMMON QUESTION

Who can trace an heir abroad for a notary?

Specialist international heir research can be used when the trail leads to another country or family relationships are incomplete.

FOREIGN SOURCES

Can you trace a foreign death record?

This can form part of the research. The possibilities depend on the country, period, registration system and information available.