The law on wills, estates and inheritance stipulates that individuals have the right to dispose of their property through a will, and the division of inheritance can be according to a will or according to the law.

A will takes legal effect when and only when the testator has died (the time of opening the inheritance) and the will satisfies the conditions on the capacity of the testator, the content and the form of the lawful will.

A will is an important document that ensures an individual’s right to dispose of their assets after passing away. However, in many cases, the content of the will may no longer align with the testator's original wishes, leading to the need for amendments, revocation, or the creation of a new will. So, what are the legal procedures governing these changes?

Inheritance disputes are one of the most common types of civil disputes, typically arising from conflicting interests among heirs. Particularly, disputes over inheritance under a will tend to be complex and sensitive, as they often involve familial and blood relationships.In this article, A.D.V.N Law Firm provides comprehensive legal information and a step-by-step process for resolving inheritance disputes based on a will, in accordance with current Vietnamese law.

More and more individuals are choosing to create a will to ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes after death. However, in cases where the will involves foreign elements, both the testator and the heirs must pay close attention to specific legal provisions.Below are 7 key legal points to understand when drafting or executing a will that involves foreign elements.

Leaving land use rights to a child’s business through a will is a matter of great interest. So, does current Vietnamese law allow a person to leave land to a business in their will?