Legal Heir Certificate

At Consult Your Counsel, we assist you in obtaining a Legal Heir Certificate through a proper legal process, ensuring accuracy, timely filing, and compliance with the authorities.

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Legal Heir Certificate for Claiming Rights on Assets & Benefits

Establish Legal Rights over Property, Assets, and Benefits of the Deceased

A Legal Heir Certificate is a crucial official document issued by the local authority (Tehsildar, SDM, Revenue Officer or Municipality) to identify the rightful successors of a deceased individual who has passed away intestate (without a Will). It enables the legal transfer of movable and immovable assets such as property, bank accounts, insurance, pension, and other financial claims.

At Consult Your Counsel, we assist families in obtaining Legal Heir Certificates through the appropriate legal channels—ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and compliance with local regulations.

When is a Legal Heir Certificate Required?

Transfer of immovable property, vehicles, and assets
Claiming pension, gratuity, PF, and insurance benefits
Mutation of property in revenue or municipal records
Establishing inheritance rights in succession matters
Preventing or resolving inheritance-related disputes

Authorities That Issue Legal Heir Certificates

Tehsildar or SDM Office
District Revenue Office
Municipal Corporation or Panchayat
Relevant local administrative authority based on jurisdiction

Documents Required for Legal Heir Certificate

For the Deceased:

Death Certificate
Identity Proof (PAN, Aadhaar, Voter ID)

For the Legal Heirs:

PAN Card / Aadhaar Card / Passport
Address Proof (Utility Bill / Bank Statement)
Birth Certificate (if applicable)
Marriage Certificate or Family Ration Card (if applicable)
Affidavit of Relationship (if mandated)

Others:

Duly filled Application Form as prescribed by the local authority

Our Process at Consult Your Counsel

Review of documents and family details
Preparation of application and affidavit (if required)
Filing before the jurisdictional authority
Coordination and follow-up with the issuing authority
Delivery of the final Legal Heir Certificate

Typical processing time: 2–4 weeks (subject to location and authority)

Why Choose Consult Your Counsel?

Legally sound and structured applications
Expertise in dealing with revenue and municipal authorities
End-to-end support from documentation to issuance
Transparent pricing and time-bound delivery
Service available across India, both online and offline

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