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Application Filing in Court
Submission of documents & filing of application in Civil Court
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Court Procedure
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Succession Certificate
Succession Certificate is issued by the Court
Schedule call with the Lawyer
Discuss requirements & shares details of properties
Application Filing in Court
Submission of documents & filing of application in Civil Court
Court Procedure
Court proceedings take place
Succession Certificate
Succession Certificate is issued by the Court
Contents of Succession Certificate
Time of death of the deceased
The certificate shall include the details of the deceased along with time and place of death.
Address of the deceased
The certificate shall provide the full address of the residence of the deceased or any other place the deceased was residing before his death.
Property/Asset details
The details of the property/asset are written in the certificate. The details include plot area, identification number, details of construction, the exact location and surroundings of the property. In case of any other asset, it will include complete details of that asset.
Details of family members
The certificate shall provide the names, age, and full address of the family members of the deceased. It also mentions details of the relationship between the deceased and family members.
Rights of the petitioner
The certificate outlines the rights of the petitioner. It includes in what capacity he should be nominated as the successor of the deceased. Sufficient evidence that the said asset does not fall under the restrictive cases and there is no dispute to his claim as a successor.
Details of debts and securities
The certificate also includes the details of the debts and securities attached to the property.
Benefits of Succession Certificate
Claiming Assets
Succession certificate is the primary document through which the heirs can claim the assets of the deceased.
Legitimacy Proof
It establishes the legitimacy of the heirs and gives them the authority to get the deposits and other assets transferred in their names.
Prerequisites for registering Succession Certificate
Application Form
A duly filled and signed application form requesting the Succession Certificate.
Death Certificate
The original death certificate of the deceased, along with a copy.
Identity Proof of the Applicant
A government-issued ID like Aadhaar Card, Passport, or Voter ID of the person applying for the Succession Certificate.
Address Proof of the Applicant
Documents like Utility bills, Passport, Aadhaar Card, or Voter ID to prove the address of the applicant.
Details of Legal Heirs
A list of all legal heirs of the deceased, including their names, ages, and relationship with the deceased.
Proof of Relationship with the Deceased
Documents like a birth certificate, marriage certificate, or any other proof showing the relationship between the applicant and the deceased.
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
NOC from other legal heirs, if applicable, stating they have no objection to the applicant obtaining the Succession Certificate.
Affidavit
An affidavit declaring the authenticity of the provided details and documents.
Property/Asset Details
Documents that detail the assets or properties of the deceased for which the Succession Certificate is being sought.
Court Fee
Payment receipt of the court fee, which varies depending on the state or jurisdiction.
Power of Attorney
If someone is applying on behalf of the legal heirs, a Power of Attorney document will be required.
Registration Process
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Discuss your requirements with the Lawyer
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Lawyer prepares the application
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Application is filed in the Court
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Court proceedings take place
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Succession Certificate is issued
Deliverables
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Application Filing
Court proceedings taken care of end to end
Succession Certificate
Frequently asked Questions
Who grants the Succession Certificate?
The District Judge grants a succession certificate, The Judge grants a certificate specifying the debts and securities set forth in the application empowering the person to receive interest or dividend or to negotiate or transfer or do both.
What is the importance of a succession certificate?
The succession certificate affirms who the legal heirs of the deceased are and that
there was no will. This may be enough for the legal heirs to administer and dispose of
property.
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