Remote inheritance acceptance for Russian citizens living abroad

принятие наследства удаленно

Collection and submission of documents / dispute resolution, etc

Inheritance services

Full support for inheritance

represent you by power of attorney at a notary's office, submit an application, obtain a certificate of rights, and register the property with Rosreestr

Resolving inheritance disputes and protecting your rights

represent your interests in the case of conflicts with other heirs, disputes over shares, contesting wills, or recognizing unworthy heirs

Restoring the time limit for entering into inheritance

if more than 6 months have passed, we will file a lawsuit, substantiate a valid reason, and achieve recognition of your rights

Collection and restoration of documents

certificates, extracts, certificates of kinship, place of residence, acts, court decisions - we'll do it all for you

Preparation of a power of attorney and legal support abroad

prepare a power of attorney template for your country and advise you on how to certify and legalize it for the Russian Federation

Sale of inherited property or rental

after registering the rights, we can prepare and conduct the sale of the property: find a buyer, draw up a contract, organize payments and transfer the funds

Legal advice and tax support

advise you what taxes you need to pay, how to report in the Russian Federation, and what actions will be most beneficial in your situation

Transfer of completed documents abroad

send the original certificates, extracts, and other documents to your country with a report on all stages

What risks you face when accepting an inheritance from abroad

Accepting an inheritance without assistance can lead to property loss, debt, and disputes, especially if you're outside of Russia. Below are the main risks and how we defend you from them:

Legal risks

Mistakes that can cause you to lose your right to inheritance:

How we defend you:

✔ Verification of powers of attorney and documents
✔ Requests to archives and registers
✔ Legal analysis of inheritance
✔ Defense by power of attorney in court

Financial risks

Things that can lead to unexpected expenses and losses:

How we defend you:

✔ We check whether the testator has any debts and advise on how to avoid them.
✔ We prepare documents for the correct calculation of state fees.
✔ If necessary, we formalize the renunciation of inheritance or allocate only the desired properties.
✔ We submit applications for benefits (for example, for pensioners)

Technical risks

What is not visible in the documents but is critical for operation:

How we defend you:

✔ We request and formalize the missing documents for the property.
✔ We check the technical condition of the property and the presence of alterations.
✔ If necessary, we coordinate the alterations or legalize the unfinished construction.
✔ We conduct a remote inspection or engage specialists.

Fraud

What might go wrong:

How we defend you:

LAWYERvRF verifies the history of rights, the seller, the notary, the power of attorney, and the registration status. All transactions are conducted officially, with verified identities of the parties, and payments are made through a letter of credit, a notary, or a secure banking channel.

Organizational risks

What makes the process longer and expensive:

How we defend you:

We draft legally correct contracts, submit documents, assist with registration, and resolve suspensions. You always receive transparent reporting, communication with a manager, clear timelines, and results.

Download the checklist

"7 mistakes that can lead to the remote processing of inheritance being contested."

About our company

LAWYERvRF has representatives in Canada, Russia and the Dominican Republic

16

Years of legal practice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it necessary to come to Russia, or can everything be done remotely?

No, it is not necessary to come. All actions are done on a turn-key basis: you issue the power of attorney, and we handle the rest.

Yes, if the power of attorney is not issued at the Russian consulate. We will advise you on where and how to obtain the apostille and translation.

On average, it takes from 2 to 4 months. The timeframe depends on the notary, the complexity of the situation, and the availability of documents.

We use strictly limited powers. All actions are recorded in the contract, and the power of attorney does not grant access to your money or personal assets.

The deadline can be restored through the court. We will prepare the application and represent your interests in the process.

We will arrange it through a local notary—it’s equally legal. We will adapt the text and guide you on how to certify it correctly.

We will prepare a template tailored to the specific situation: submitting applications, gathering documents, participating in registration, and registration of rights.

We outline the payment scheme in the contract. The money is transferred to your account after the transaction is signed, under the supervision of a notary.

You can issue it at a notary in your country or at the Russian consulate. We will send you the exact text and provide a step-by-step guide.

We will help you request or restore lost documents through the civil registry office or archives.

Submit an application to the notary, gather documents, participate in the inheritance process, file for registration, and register property rights. 

After receiving the certificate of inheritance rights and registration with the Rosreestr.

Customer Reviews

Start with a consultation - we will tell you how to resolve your issue

We offer two consultation formats, depending on your needs and the depth. Choose the option that best suits your needs, and we'll help you figure out where to start.

Free consultation

(15 minutes)

Suitable if:

What you get:

A great first step to ensure competence and to understand whether the format is right for you.

Paid consultation

(30 minutes)

Consultation cost 100$

Suitable if:

What you get:

The consultation fee is deducted from the service price if you decide to continue working with us.

Why start with a paid consultation?

— You'll save time - you'll get a ready-made plan, not just directions
— You will avoid mistakes that can cost you more
— You will get straight to action, without unnecessary steps
—You won't be left with a "partial" understanding

Контакты

Representative in Canada

Representative in Russia

Representative in the Dominican Republic

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