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I have a situation related to: Renunciation

The heir may repudiate the succession within a period of three months (art. 567 al. 1 CC) from the day on which he or she became aware of the opening of the succession (for legal heirs) or of the disposition mortis causa concerning him or her (for instituted heirs). Repudiation is effected by… --- The translation is clear and accurate, with proper legal terminology maintained.*

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