Death of a relative in Italy

08/10/2010 - 20:43

My father has recently passed away at the hospice in Fermo. His partner has obtained an �� death certificate but I am trying to obtain an English translation as I am his executor and sole beneficiary living in the UK. I have been told by the British Consulate that I can get a multi-lingual cert from the Town Hall at Fermo but without the aid of my father's partner, I have no idea how to go about doing this. Also, he has left an �� hand-written will regarding his �� property and bank account. He co-owned the property with said partner and she has the right to stay in the property until she wishes to sell whereupon 40% will come to me. How do I go about getting his share transferred to myself. Do I need legal help with this in Italy and where would I find someone who speaks English

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Legal

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�� succession is handled by the notaio, so that is the first stop with a copy of the will. The notaio should handle the nuts and bolts of the succession, so a lawyer isnt necessary unless you are intending to contest the will. However, a translator would help, if your �� is not fluent. (or an English speaking notaio) - but they will all be on holiday till the end of August.

Hi Ram Sorry for the delay in writing back. My father's partner does not believe I need to do anything until she sells the house but I have read somewhere that I need to declare my interest in the 40% that my father owned within 6 months. My husband and I are going out to Montefiore in October so would be grateful if you had any advice you could give as to what we should consider doing. Regards Jackie P

Sorry to hear about your sad news. You can write to the Fermo Comune and request the multilingual certificate. Attach a copy of the certificate you have as it will help them to find the original. Best wishes

Thanks Gala Have managed to get a multi lingual cert from the Montefiore Commune (where my father lived) and so far this has been accepted in the UK. Sorry for the delay in writing back to you, but a new grandson has arrived and computer time has been on the back burner. Kind Regards Jackie

Technically you should open the succession within 6 months of the death, and that will save you money. You can do nothing, but when you finally get round to it you will pay higher costs. Better to get it done in my opinion.

Hi Ram Thanks that's what I thought but have been told that law has changed and you now have a year. Will need to find out for sure because my husband and I are going over in October but then won't be out there again until next spring. Kind Regards JackieP