In Lebanon, the inheritance ruling is the official court decision that confirms the death, identifies the heirs, and specifies their legal shares.
Jurisdiction:
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Civil Court: Handles cases for Christians, including rights under labor laws, retirement benefits, and intellectual property.
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Sharia/Religious Court: Handles cases for Muslims (Sunni, Shiaa)
Required Documents
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Death certificate.
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Family extract of the deceased and heirs.
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Inheritance Certificate from the mukhtar.
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Authorization from the Ministry of Finance.
Conclusion: The court’s decision formalizes the legal distribution of the estate, making it enforceable in property and financial records.
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