Estate & inheritance · Module 10

Who inherits
if nothing
is arranged?

Without a will, the law decides – by fixed rules.

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Legal succession

The system

The lines of heirs

1st linechildren and their descendants

2nd lineparents, siblings

3rd linegrandparents and their line

The partner

With childrenspouse gets half

With parentsthree quarters

Cohabitationinherits nothing

Special cases

Predeceasedgrandchildren step in

Siblingsin equal shares

No onethe canton or the municipality designated by cantonal law

Watch out

Automaticassets and debts

Disclaimpossible within the deadline

Public inventorybrings clarity

Good to know

💡 First step: Without a will the law decides. Only a look at your concrete succession shows whether it fits your family.

This video is no substitute for personal advice.
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