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Plain talk on notarisation, contracts and the law. From Berlin, explained by the notary himself, with practical tips and current updates from notarial practice.

What Is a Notary? Duties, Obligations and Responsibilities

Duties, obligations and costs: when you need a notary and what the notary checks for you.

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Revoking a Will – What Are the Consequences?

How to revoke a will effectively, what happens to a will held in notarial custody and which mistakes put the succession at risk.

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Living Will from the Notary – Certified Power of Attorney

Lasting power of attorney, general power of attorney and living will: when certification is enough and when notarisation is required.

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Land Registry: Content, Meaning and Costs of an Entry

What the three sections contain, who may inspect the register and what an entry costs.

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Notarial Certification – Meaning and Uses

The difference from notarisation, typical documents and fees under the GNotKG.

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UG or GmbH?

Share capital, liability, formation costs: the comparison for your decision before the notary appointment.

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