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Firm news, insights on new laws, and frequently asked questions.

22 2026-10

How should debts be handled before the division of inheritance?

The lawyer explained that before dividing the inheritance, the heirs should first use the inheritance to pay off the decedent's debts. The heirs shall bear responsibility within the actual value of the inheritance they have received, and be reminded to sort out and pay off the debts in the correct order.

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22 2026-10

What should I do if the other party refuses to cooperate with the transfer of ownership after the court's judgment on inheritance?

The lawyer explained that the transfer of ownership can be enforced based on the effective inheritance judgment, and there's no need to file a separate lawsuit if the other party refuses to cooperate. The application for enforcement must be submitted within two years, and the lawyer also reminded the client about the required materials and the statute of limitations.

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22 2026-10

Does a handwritten will require a lawyer to witness it?

The lawyer explained that a handwritten will is valid without the need for a lawyer's witnessing, and highlighted the importance of formal requirements, evidence collection, and the reassuring role of notarization in ensuring the legitimacy of the will.

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22 2026-10

What should I do if my first divorce lawsuit is rejected?

The lawyer explained the response after the first divorce lawsuit was rejected: the plaintiff can file another lawsuit six months after the judgment takes effect, and if the couple has been separated for more than a year, the court will grant the divorce upon the second lawsuit. The lawyer also provided advice on evidence collection and the pace of litigation.

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22 2026-10

In divorce property division disputes, is the house purchased with parents' funds considered a jointly owned asset?

The lawyer explained the ownership rules for parents who contribute funds to purchase a house, distinguished between the identification of gifts registered under the children's individual names and those registered under both parents' names, and provided advice on the provision of proof of fund contributions and evidence of buying a house under another person's name.

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