Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

notaire

noun

/nɔtɛʁ/

Definition

A notaire is a public official in certain countries, particularly in France, who is responsible for drafting and certifying legal documents, particularly in relation to property and family law.

Examples

The notaire helped us understand the terms of the property sale.
We needed a notaire to finalize our marriage contract.
His expertise as a notaire made the estate planning process much smoother.

Meaning

The term ‘notaire’ is derived from the Latin word ‘notarius,’ meaning a clerk or scribe. Notaires play a crucial role in legal transactions, ensuring that contracts are valid and legally binding.