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Investigating Foreign Inherited Property Leads: A Professional Guide
source：www.zchlhls.com | Release time：2024年12月14日Investigation of foreign inheritance property clues
A clear direction of the investigation, develop strategies
Before the investigation, the first need to clarify the following points:
Identity information of the decedent: including name, date of birth, date of death, nationality, last place of residence.
Range of potential heirs: Determine the range of legal heirs according to the laws of the decedent's country and gather as much information as possible.
Types of property that may exist: including but not limited to property, bank deposits, company shares, intellectual property rights, valuables, etc.
Location of property: Property may be located in different countries and regions and will need to be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Based on the above information, the lawyers will formulate a detailed investigation strategy to determine the scope of investigation, methods and steps.
Domestic Clues Investigation
Enquiry of household registration information: Through the household registration information of the decedent, we can understand the composition of his family members, which can provide clues for determining other heirs.
Visiting and investigating: visiting the decedent's former place of residence, work unit, friends and relatives to learn about his property information and social relations.
Checking notary and registration information: Checking whether there is any property or vehicle registration information under the name of the decedent, and whether he/she had made a will during his/her lifetime.
Enquiry on court proceedings: To find out whether the decedent was involved in property disputes during his/her lifetime and whether there were any other proceedings that might affect his/her inheritance.
Overseas investigation
Appointment of Lawyer's Letter: Send a lawyer's letter to the relevant country or region through a professional foreign-related lawyer to retrieve information about the property of the decedent.
International judicial assistance: According to international treaties concluded or acceded to by China, requests for investigation and collection of evidence can be made to relevant countries or regions through judicial channels.
Overseas Investigation Agency: Under the premise of complying with relevant laws and regulations, a professional overseas investigation agency can be commissioned to assist in the investigation.
IV. Precautions
Legal compliance: The process of investigation and evidence collection must comply with relevant laws and regulations, and avoid using illegal means.
Respect for privacy: In the investigation process should respect the privacy of the parties involved, to avoid violating the legitimate rights and interests of others.
Professional rigour: foreign investigation and evidence collection is highly professional, it is recommended to appoint an experienced team of lawyers to assist in the process, in order to ensure the accuracy and legality of the investigation results.
V. Conclusion
Foreign inheritance property trail investigation is a complex and professional work, need to be combined with the specific circumstances of the case, to develop a thorough investigation programme, and in strict accordance with the legal procedures. It is recommended that you seek the help of professional lawyers in time to maximise the protection of your legitimate rights and interests.
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