Atayyar Legal Company

Case Study

Dispute Value

Estate Dispute Exceeding SAR 100 Million Concerning Undisclosed Assets and Accountability of the Deceased’s Attorney in Fact

SAR 100 million

Disputes involving undisclosed estate assets, accountability of the deceased’s attorney-in-fact, financial disclosures, and estate division can be complex, particularly where transactions were conducted under a valid power of attorney and prior judgments had been issued.In this matter, Atyar Advocates and Legal Consultants represented heirs in an estate valued at over SAR 100 million involving more than 15 heirs. The work focused on identifying undisclosed assets, reviewing transactions, obtaining historic bank and property records, and verifying real estate and other assets. It also included legal analysis, litigation before the Personal Status Court in Riyadh, document and accounting claims, evidence preservation, and requests for official information.

Quick Matter Overview

Value of the Estate

More than SAR 100,000,000

Number of Heirs

More than 15 heirs

Nature of the Dispute

Undisclosed estate assets and accountability of the deceased’s attorney-in-fact

Subject of the Claim

Disclosure of assets, financial records, and estate documents

Relevant Court

Personal Status Court in Riyadh

Duration of the Matter

Approximately one year

Background of the Dispute

Following the deceased’s death, the heirs sought court-ordered division of the estate, and final judgments were issued on certain assets. However, one heir alleged that additional assets and funds had been omitted and that the deceased’s attorney-in-fact had dealt with certain assets under a valid power of attorney.After being instructed, Atyar Advocates and Legal Consultants conducted a comprehensive legal review and pursued claims for document disclosure, accounting, and inspection. The firm also identified documents indicating undisclosed real estate and sought financial, commercial, and property information from relevant authorities.
Real estate model with legal documents, case files, a magnifying glass, and scales of justice, representing an inheritance dispute involving undisclosed assets and review of transactions carried out by the deceased’s authorized agent.

Nature Estate

Real Estate & Financial Assets

Subject Dispute

Undisclosed Estate Assets

Accounting

Attorney-in-Fact Transactions

Procedures

Disclosure & Accounting

Nature of the Estate and Accounting Dispute

The matter focuses on identifying undisclosed estate assets, reviewing the deceased’s attorney-in-fact transactions, and ensuring all funds, real estate, and rights were properly included in the estate. The work included reviewing prior judgments, analysing the power of attorney, tracing transactions, obtaining official records, and assessing evidence of undisclosed assets.

Reviewed shareholder rights, assessed the claims, prepared defence memoranda, and represented the client in court.

Essential Elements of the Dispute

Estate Disclosure

Determining the full extent of the assets, funds, and rights belonging to the deceased.

Accountability of the Attorney-in-Fact

Reviewing transactions undertaken by the attorney-in-fact during the deceased’s lifet

Bank Account Records

Obtaining financial records capable of assisting in tracing the movement of estate funds.

Undisclosed Real Estate

Investigating properties that may not have been included in the earlier division.

Delivery of Documents

Seeking production of documents held by persons connected with the administration of the estate.

Inspection and Preservation of Evidence

Documenting the condition of certain assets where neglect or deterioration may affect their value.

Key Legal Challenges

Existing Final Judgments

Final judgments had already been issued in relation to parts of the estate, requiring careful separation between matters previously adjudicated and newly discovered issues.

Validity of the Power of Attorney

Establishing Misuse or Negligence Through Evidence

Historical Nature of Certain Transactions

Some of the transactions pre-dated the deceased’s death by a significant period, increasing the difficulty of tracing assets and financial movements.

Possible Existence of Undisclosed Assets

The matter required investigation into real estate, accounts, companies, and other assets not reflected in the original estate division.

Multiple Authorities

The legal work required engagement with the courts, the Saudi Central Bank, the Ministry of Commerce, notarial authorities, and other relevant bodies.

Protection of Asset Value

Urgent measures were required in relation to certain properties to prevent continuing deterioration or loss of market value.

Our Legal Strategy

Comprehensive Reassessment of the Estate

The estate, previous judgments, and available documentation were reviewed from the outset to identify unresolved issues.

Proceedings for Delivery of Documents

This route was used to obtain documentation necessary to investigate assets and transactions before advancing further claims.

Requests to Official Authorities

The legal team sought banking, commercial, and real estate information capable of identifying previously undisclosed assets and transactions.

Inspection and Preservation of Evidence

Urgent procedures were used where necessary to document the condition of assets exposed to deterioration or neglect.

Accounting Proceedings

A legal framework was developed to require the deceased’s attorney-in-fact to account for transactions requiring explanation or supporting evidence.

Reconsideration Where Legally Available

Petitions for reconsideration were prepared in relation to certain estate division matters where new facts or documents justified further judicial review.

Legal Services Provided

Legal Advice

Advising the heirs on estate rights, disclosure, and available procedural options.

Legal Study

Preparing a comprehensive legal assessment of the estate, prior transactions, and judgments.

Litigation and Advocacy

Representing the clients before the Personal Status Court in Riyadh.

Accounting Claims

Preparing and pursuing claims relating to the accountability of the deceased’s attorney-in-fact.

Disclosure and Document Requests

Seeking financial, property, commercial, and documentary information relevant to the estate.

Urgent Measures

Assessing and pursuing inspection, preservation-of-evidence, and other procedures required to protect estate assets.

Legal Insight

The existence of a valid power of attorney does not necessarily prevent later review of the attorney-in-fact’s conduct or a request for an accounting where there is a proper legal basis to do so.Similarly, a previous estate division does not necessarily resolve issues concerning assets or rights that were not known, disclosed, or included in the original proceedings.In complex estate disputes, access to official banking, commercial, and real estate information can be essential to reconstructing the financial position of the estate and tracing transactions and assets over time.

Legal Value Delivered to the Heirs

The Firm’s Experience in Estates and Accountability of Attorneys-in-Fact

Atyar Advocates and Legal Consultants provides legal services in disputes involving estates, division of inherited property, accountability of attorneys-in-fact, and disclosure of financial and real estate assets.The firm’s work includes reviewing earlier judgments, analysing powers of attorney, tracing transactions, pursuing accounting claims, seeking disclosure of assets, and representing heirs before Personal Status Courts and other relevant authorities.The firm also advises on undisclosed estate assets, delivery-of-document proceedings, inspection and preservation of evidence, applications for bank records, and investigations concerning companies and real estate connected with an estate.

Legal Team Responsible for This Matter

Dr. Turki altayyar

Prof. Dr. Turki Al-Tayyar

Founder and Managing Partner, and an expert in the judiciary, legal practice, arbitration, and university education, with more than 25 years of combined experience.

Mr. Salem Saad Al-Dosari

Partner specialising in administrative contracts, investment, and litigation, with extensive experience in administrative and commercial cases.

Practice Areas Related to This Matter

Need Legal Support in an Estate or Attorney-in-Fact Accounting Dispute?

If you are dealing with undisclosed estate assets, disputed transactions by an attorney-in-fact, missing documents, or the need to trace accounts and real estate connected with an estate, Atyar Advocates and Legal Consultants provides legal advice, legal studies, litigation representation, disclosure applications, and accounting proceedings.

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