LAW416 Inheritance Law
LAW416 Inheritance Law
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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Law
Harun Halilović
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
Inheritance law, as a part of Civil Law, deals with the legal situation commencing with the death of a person. Following his/her death, the assets belonging to the deceased are to be inherited by his/her successors. Inheritance law covers the issues of disposal of assets through testament and other specific contracts, statutory rules on inheritance and status of successors, the procedure of establishing and dividing the estate and other topics.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
- Borkowski J. Andrew, (2002), Textbook on Succession, Oxford University Press; - Bago, Drago; Traljić, Nerimana; Povlakić,Meliha; Petrović, Zoran, (1991), Osnovi nasljednog prava, Sarajevo
Additional Literature
Law on inheritance FBiH ("Official Gazette of FBiH", no. 80/2014 and 32/2019) Materials provided by course holderTeaching Methods
The primary teaching method will be the lecture method
However, other methods will be employed as well where and when appropriate, in particular the discussion method, case analysis and individual research and presentation
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction class | - |
| 2 | The concept and development of inheritance law | p. 5 - 17 |
| 3 | Basic notions of inheritance law | p. 17-27 |
| 4 | Statutory heirs and statutory entitlement | p. 41-52 |
| 5 | Testaments, part I | p. 71-92 |
| 6 | Testaments, part II | p. 71-92 |
| 7 | Quiz, Contracts in inheritance law, part I | p. 28.39 |
| 8 | Comparative inheritance law - Common law and Sharia law perspective | - |
| 9 | Mid-term exam | - |
| 10 | Organized student visit (TBD) | - |
| 11 | Forced heirship & calculation value of the estate | p. 53 - 70, Law on inheritance FBiH |
| 12 | Disinheritance of necessary heirs | p. 101-125 , Law on inheritance FBiH |
| 13 | Inheritance law procedure | p. 101-125 , Law on inheritance FBiH |
| 14 | Preparation for the Inheritance Proceedings simulation | - |
| 15 | Revision and preparation for final exam & Inheritance Proceedings simulation | - |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAW416.1 | Course | Wednesday 09:00 - 12:50 | A F1.23 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 12:00 | A F2.32 | |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F2.32 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Mid-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
In class drafting of a Decision on Inheritance
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Court/Inheritance hearing Simulation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Research
5 hours ⏳ (1 week × 5 h)
Home study
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Mid-term Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Final Exam Study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [LAW416] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| LAW416 | Inheritance Law | 2 | 2 | 4 | Wednesday 09:00-13:00 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Harun Halilović | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 9:00-12:00 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| hhalilovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Salora Turkmanović | Assistant E-mail | sturkmanovic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | Inheritance law, as a part of Civil Law, deals with the legal situation commencing with the death of a person. Following his/her death, the assets belonging to the deceased are to be inherited by his/her successors. Inheritance law covers the issues of disposal of assets through testament and other specific contracts, statutory rules on inheritance and status of successors, the procedure of establishing and dividing the estate and other topics. | |||||||||
| Textbook | - Borkowski J. Andrew, (2002), Textbook on Succession, Oxford University Press; - Bago, Drago; Traljić, Nerimana; Povlakić,Meliha; Petrović, Zoran, (1991), Osnovi nasljednog prava, Sarajevo | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | The primary teaching method will be the lecture method. However, other methods will be employed as well where and when appropriate, in particular the discussion method, case analysis and individual research and presentation. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction class | - | ||||||||
| Week 2 | The concept and development of inheritance law | p. 5 - 17 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Basic notions of inheritance law | p. 17-27 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Statutory heirs and statutory entitlement | p. 41-52 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Testaments, part I | p. 71-92 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Testaments, part II | p. 71-92 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Quiz, Contracts in inheritance law, part I | p. 28.39 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Comparative inheritance law - Common law and Sharia law perspective | - | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Mid-term exam | - | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Organized student visit (TBD) | - | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Forced heirship & calculation value of the estate | p. 53 - 70, Law on inheritance FBiH | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Disinheritance of necessary heirs | p. 101-125 , Law on inheritance FBiH | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Inheritance law procedure | p. 101-125 , Law on inheritance FBiH | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Preparation for the Inheritance Proceedings simulation | - | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Revision and preparation for final exam & Inheritance Proceedings simulation | - | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid-term exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Homework | 1 | 5 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 1 | 5 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| In class drafting of a Decision on Inheritance | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Court/Inheritance hearing Simulation | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Research | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| Home study | 1 | 15 | 15 | Mid-term Exam Study | 15 | 1 | 15 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/02/2026 | |||||||||