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Career in the notary's office - New Bachelor's degree program to start soon
Until now, employees in notary's offices have generally completed training as notary's assistants or paralegals and notary's assistants. There is now a new option for school leavers with a higher education entrance qualification and a desire for a quick career start, as well as for those already in employment: an academic degree course that can be completed alongside a job in a notary's office and prepares them specifically for this....
Business succession for micro-enterprises - early regulation secures the business and jobs
Anyone who has successfully built up their own company wants to preserve its continued existence, existing expertise, jobs and assets beyond retirement. Owners should therefore make arrangements for company succession at an early stage. In the event of an unexpected incapacity to work or the sudden death of the entrepreneur, there is a risk of a lack of management and liquidity problems, as well as disputes over inheritance and...
Divorce and nothing settled - too late?
On average, around one in three marriages in Germany ends in divorce. This affected around 137,400 couples in 2022 alone. A clear, amicable and, above all, peaceful settlement of the situation is important for the spouses and the children who are particularly affected. To initiate a divorce, an application must be made to the family court....
Caution required: Pitfalls with gifts of real estate to minors
As part of family wealth planning, parents and grandparents often decide to gift their property to minors. However, what at first glance appears to be a generous gesture can quickly turn into a legal maze. Representing minors: Pitfalls and challenges "It is a widespread tradition to pass on assets during one's lifetime to...
Married couples without children: Deciding on inheritance with foresight
Childless couples often think that the surviving partner will automatically inherit everything when the other dies. They therefore consider a will to be unnecessary. However, this is a common misconception that can have serious consequences for the surviving partner. Notaries can provide expert advice on how best to protect the surviving partner. The...
New register for civil law companies - BGB companies can obtain legal personality
Important legal changes for civil law partnerships (GbR) will come into force on January 1, 2024. GbRs, also known as BGB companies, can register in a company register from the turn of the year. They will also have their own legal personality. There is no general obligation to register, but it offers advantages and is also possible for existing GbRs. Registration...