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Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n December is not only the month of budgets, closings and resolutions. In this article we guide you through the most important notarial acts to consider at the end of the year, with the goal of helping you start the new year with clarity and peace of mind.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The end of the year can be a natural time to tidy up not only drawers, but also property and family relationships.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u2733\ufe0f Donations<\/strong><\/p>\n Anticipating the passing of assets to children or grandchildren can:<\/p>\n Lighten the inheritance burden <\/p>\n \u2733\ufe0f Testament<\/strong><\/p>\n No need to wait until old age to make a will. Protect minor children <\/p>\n \u2733\ufe0f Family divisions<\/strong><\/p>\n Undefined successions, shared real estate, siblings who can’t agree. <\/p>\n For those running a corporation, the end of the year is the ideal time to adjust, update or redefine membership structures and relationships.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u2733\ufe0f Statutory changes<\/strong><\/p>\n Change of registered office, corporate purpose, duration <\/p>\n \u2733\ufe0f Shareholders’ agreements<\/strong><\/p>\n For family businesses or start-ups, agreements between shareholders outside the articles of incorporation (e.g., preemption, joint voting, lock-up) can avoid conflict and ensure continuity.<\/p>\n The notary can provide legal and strategic support, as well as notarize the covenant with probative value.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\nIt is also an ideal time to reflect on choices regarding wealth, family and business.<\/p>\nFamilies: choices to consider before the new year<\/h2>\n
\nAvoid future conflicts
\nOffer concrete “living” support
\nThe notary helps you evaluate the most suitable form (direct donation, with reservation of usufruct, bare ownership, etc.) and tax implications.<\/p>\n
\nMany clients choose this tool to:<\/p>\n
\nSettle complex situations (cohabitations, second marriages, children of first unions)
\nEnsure future peace of mind
\n\ud83d\udd8b A notarial consultation can clarify which form of will is most appropriate and when it is best to draft it.<\/p>\n
\nBefore the situation escalates, action can be taken with a notarized deed of division, tailored to ensure fairness and stability.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n
Businesses and partners: strategic acts by Dec. 31<\/h2>\n
\nCapital increase or reduction
\nShareholder entry\/exit clauses
\nThese deeds require public form and must be carefully drafted, even in view of future new activities or calls for proposals.<\/p>\n