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The Geneva notariat at a glance
Does your matter require an authentic deed or legal advice? In the Canton of Geneva, you can contact a notary's office of your choice directly.
Atena Fiduciaire SA is not a notary's office. When your matter requires an authentic deed, we help you prepare your matter and the relevant documents, and the notary's office of your choice then takes over.
Deeds concerned
- Inheritances
- Wills
- Inheritance agreements
- Gifts
- Marriage contracts
- Property sales
- Company formations
What we do, what the notary does
| Atena Fiduciaire SA | The notary's office |
|---|---|
| Review your project and the people involved | Advise the parties impartially |
| Organise information and documents | Draw up the authentic deed |
| Coordinate exchanges between parties and professionals | Keep the original deed |
| Track the agreed steps | Provide an estimate under the cantonal tariff |
The Geneva notariat at a glance
Appointed by the canton
Geneva notaries are appointed and sworn in by the Council of State.
Neutral and impartial
A notary advises parties to a deed impartially, including buyers, sellers, spouses or heirs.
Professional secrecy
Notaries are bound by professional secrecy. The original deed is kept at the notary's office.
Cantonal fee schedule
Fees are governed by the cantonal RTGReNot tariff. The amount depends on the deed and matter.
Choice across the canton
You may choose a notary anywhere in the canton, regardless of your municipality.
Written estimate
Ask your chosen notary's office for a written estimate before proceeding.
Notarial deeds may relate to inheritances, wills, inheritance agreements, gifts, marriage contracts, property sales and company formations. For notarial advice, authentication or a binding fee estimate, contact a notary's office directly.
FAQ
Can you prepare a will or provide legal advice?
We can provide organisational support. Legal advice and notarial deeds must be handled by authorised professionals.
Are notary fees the same throughout Geneva?
Fees follow the cantonal tariff. Ask your chosen notary's office for a written estimate.