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Decide today who gets your assets: a will without family fights

Public will at a notary office (cartório), protection clauses and inheritance planning. See what the law allows and tell us about your case in confidence.

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Straight answer

How much of my estate can I leave in a will?

Those with forced heirs, meaning children, grandchildren, parents and spouse, can freely dispose of half of their estate. The other half, called the legítima, is reserved for these heirs. Those without forced heirs can leave everything to whomever they wish. A public will is made at a notary office (cartório), before the notary and two witnesses, and is the safest form.

What the law says

Key points

Free portion

Half of the estate, when there are mandatory heirs.

Forced share

The other half is reserved for children, grandchildren, parents and spouse.

Public will

Done at a notary office (cartório), with the notary and two witnesses.

Clauses

It is possible to protect assets with clauses, as long as there is just cause regarding the forced heirs' share.

Source: Civil Code, arts. 1,789, 1,845, 1,846, 1,848 and 1,864.

What is your case?

Situations the firm handles

Protecting a child

Child with a disability or more vulnerable

The free portion can strengthen the protection of whoever needs it most.

Civil Code, art. 1,789
Partner

Common-law marriage and second marriage

Organizing the inheritance between children and a new partner.

Case review
No children

Leave it to whomever you choose

Those without forced heirs can dispose of everything.

Civil Code, art. 1,850
Company and properties

Estate planning

A will combined with a gift or a holding company, depending on the case.

Planning
Clauses

Inalienability and non-communicability clauses

Protection so the asset is not sold or shared with the heir's spouse.

Civil Code, art. 1,848
Change the will

Revocation and new will

A will can be changed at any time.

Civil Code, art. 1,858
This page provides general information, does not replace an analysis of the case and there is no guarantee of results.

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  1. Review. We listen to your case confidentially and explain the options, timelines and costs.
  2. Documents. We organize the evidence and documents of each party.
  3. Agreement or lawsuit. Whenever possible, we seek a settlement. If there isn't one, we file the lawsuit.
  4. Follow-up. Hearings, decisions and enforcement, with updates on WhatsApp.
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Let's review your case

Answer the questions, one at a time. At the end you can attach documents, which go straight to a folder in the firm's Drive, and send the summary via WhatsApp. Everything is protected by attorney-client confidentiality.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Can a will be changed?

Yes. It can be revoked or replaced at any time.

Do I need a lawyer?

It is not mandatory, but guidance avoids invalid clauses and disputes later.

Does a will avoid probate?

No. Probate (inventário) is still required, and in many cases it can be done at a notary office (cartório).

How much does it cost at the notary office?

Notary fees follow each state's notary office (cartório) fee table.

Do you serve clients outside Anápolis?

Yes. Service is provided at the firm's office in Anápolis, or online for all of Goiás and other states.

How much does it cost?

After the analysis, the firm sends a written fee proposal before any engagement.