Probate procedure in Germany – special questions 10
What is the first step by the Probate Court?
Within short time after getting officially notified about the death-case, the probate Court has to „open“ the last will. This act is called „opening of the testament“, since usually the last will is kept in a closed envelope that needs to be „opened“.
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