Greek Inheritance
Fighting for Family Land in Greece: A Diasporic Dilemma
Written By: Penelope Conomos Benis
When my father passed away in 2017, I was faced with a dilemma experienced by many Diasporans: should I preserve my ancestral footprint by claiming inheritance to family property in Greece? After years of fact-finding, investigative research, and a hefty amount of internal debate, I’ve come to realize the answer is dependent on navigating both the emotional and practical facets of this age-old question. The following article will serve as part one of a two-part series addressing the complexities of land endowment in Greece.