Succession Certificate Lawyer in Karachi

Obtaining Your Succession Certificate in Karachi

A succession certificate is required to access a deceased person's bank accounts, investments, insurance proceeds and other movable assets in Pakistan. Without it, banks and financial institutions will not release funds. Our inheritance team completes the process efficiently and handles all complications — including overseas clients and contested matters.

District Court Succession Certificate

Under Section 370 of the Succession Act 1925, we file the petition in the appropriate district court. If no objections are filed during the 30-day newspaper publication window, a certificate is typically granted in 4–8 weeks. We handle every step from petition drafting to final collection of the certificate.

NADRA Legal Heirship Certificate

For straightforward matters, NADRA also issues a legal heirship certificate. We advise on the most appropriate route — NADRA or district court — based on your specific assets and circumstances.Bank Account Release

Upon presentation of a valid succession certificate, banks are legally required by SBP regulations to release the deceased's accounts. We liaise directly with banks if any delays arise after the certificate is obtained.

Overseas Pakistani Succession

We routinely handle succession certificates for clients who are overseas, managing all court appearances through Power of Attorney and communicating fully remotely.