Family and inheritance law

Some of the most important and difficult decisions in our lives do not happen in the office, but at home. Divorce, child, inheritance – these are not just legal cases, but personal, emotional, and often painful moments. Therefore, the law in these areas is not merely a set of statutes, but a need for security, justice, and a human approach.

At the law firm “Silvia Petkova”, we approach every case in the field of family and inheritance law with respect for the client’s personal history, without compromising professionalism.

Many people believe they can handle divorce, maintenance, or property division on their own. The truth is that even the best intentions can encounter unforeseen legal complexities.

Here’s when legal assistance is not merely advisable, but imperative:

• In cases of divorce by mutual consent or due to the fault of one spouse
• In cases of division of marital property, especially if joint property has been acquired
• In disputes over parental rights, visitation arrangements, and maintenance
• In cases of disputing paternity or refusal to pay maintenance
• In cases of adoption or de facto cohabitation leading to a property dispute
• When a prenuptial agreement is needed or choosing a matrimonial property regime

It’s not merely about documents. It’s about your future, your children, and ensuring you are not disadvantaged at a time when emotions often hinder rational judgment.

When it comes to inheritance – whether it’s an apartment, agricultural land, money, or even memories – legal disputes often arise between the closest people. And then it’s not enough to rely on morality. An attorney who knows all the intricacies of inheritance law is needed, because…

• Wills can be contested
• Inheritances can be renounced or accepted with inventory
• Divisions can become years of legal drama
• Reserved portions can be restored
• And unseen conflicts – can escalate into open warfare

Do not delay. Make an informed decision while you still retain control over the process.

Family law is that part of the legal system that protects relationships between people in their most intimate and delicate aspects – marriage, children, cohabitation. It is regulated by the Family Code and reflects the principles of private life, human dignity, and equality.

Inheritance law, regulated by the Law on Inheritance, governs who and how one inherits after the death of a person – by law or through a will. It not only protects property rights but also balances the interests between heirs, spouses, children, and creditors.

In the field of family law:

• Drafting of prenuptial agreements and selection of matrimonial property regimes
• Consultations regarding divorce and property division
• Drafting and defense of claims for:
  • Parental rights
  • Maintenance
  • Establishment/disputing of paternity
• Assistance with adoption
• Representation in cases of non-payment of maintenance – including criminal liability

In the field of inheritance law:

• Drafting of wills
• Consultations regarding acceptance with inventory or renunciation of inheritance
• Partition of inherited property – voluntary and judicial
• Claims for restoration of reserved portions
• Protection of interests in will contests