The death of a loved one and the bureaucratic procedures
The loss of a loved one is always a traumatic event, no matter the circumstances or the age at which it occurs. In addition to dealing with emotional pain, family members must also navigate the complicated bureaucratic and administrative procedures that arise during these difficult times.
To facilitate this process and provide peace of mind during grieving, it is essential to have a will that guides family members in the actions they must take. Probate procedures are an important part of the responsibilities that the family must assume when a death occurs.
The importance of having professionals in administrative management
These procedures involve complex legal and tax issues, so it is advisable to have the advice of professionals who are experts on the subject. In Catalonia, the leading funeral company, Áltima, with more than 300 years of family tradition in the sector, offers administrative management services to help families in this process.
The will, known as the declaration in which a person disposes of his assets in favor of his heirs and can establish other provisions for after his death, is a procedure that can be carried out quickly. Although it is most common to do it before a notary, it can also be written holographically, that is, written by hand, indicating the place and date of its preparation. It is then presented before a judge within four years of the testator’s death.
The importance of having professional support in difficult times
After death, family members often find themselves at a time when taking on bureaucratic tasks can be difficult. For this reason, Áltima has a team of professionals who are responsible for carrying out procedures such as obtaining the medical death certificate.
“The procedures that must be carried out after the death of a family member can be difficult, and having professionals to carry them out helps to deal with grief in a more bearable way,” says Áltima.
Other legal procedures after a death
In addition to the will, there are other legal procedures that families must carry out after a death. These include deregistering the deceased from the civil registry and social security, processing the corresponding survivor pensions, canceling bank accounts and services, and obtaining the certificate of last wills to be able to accept the inheritance. Áltima offers its service to help families face this bureaucracy in times of difficulty.
The will as an act of love and protection
Making a will is considered an act of love, as it avoids family conflicts and ensures that the deceased’s wishes for their heirs are fulfilled. In addition, it is a tool that protects minor children, since it allows guardians to be appointed in the event that both parents are absent.
Áltima has been helping families face the grieving process for years and carry out the necessary procedures efficiently. Its objective is to make bureaucracy not an additional burden in such difficult times.
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