The Complexity of Global Estates
Synold & Associates is a leading provider of legal advice for international inheritance matters with a nexus to the United States. In today’s increasingly global marketplace, individuals frequently maintain assets, investments, and residences in multiple countries. As a result, what may appear to be a simple inheritance matter can quickly become a complex international issue.
A probate estate may trigger international exposure simply because a decedent maintained a U.S. bank account or held real property abroad. Successfully and efficiently resolving these cross-border matters requires a law firm specifically dedicated to the nuances of international probate.
Comprehensive Strategic Representation
When advising our clients, we look at the complete global picture. We meticulously analyze domestic laws, international treaties, and the specific laws of the domicile of the decedent and their beneficiaries. Because international probate matters require fluency across multiple legal systems, our clients can feel confident that they are represented by an experienced firm with the requisite knowledge to protect their interests.
For clients involved in civil law jurisdictions, we provide vital guidance on the overall civil law treatment of the estate and its distribution. Our goal is to seamlessly coordinate these legal systems while minimizing tax exposure both within the U.S. and abroad.
Our Focus Jurisdictions
We provide localized expertise across a wide array of jurisdictions, categorized by their primary legal languages:
- English Speaking: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, South Africa, and Australia
- German Speaking: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Luxembourg
- Spanish Speaking: Spain and Latin America
- French Speaking: France and Belgium
By leveraging our specialized knowledge and our extensive global partnerships, Synold & Associates provides unparalleled domestic and international expertise at reasonable rates.