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Civil-law notary office Duchamp specializes in the following areas of law

Family law

Life is constantly changing. At meaningful moments, you want to be sure that everythings is legally well arranged. Within family law, civil-law notary office Duchamp offers personal guidance and, because everyone's situation is unique, tailor-made solutions.

We support our clients with the preparation of
- Wills & testaments and living wills
- Marriage and partnership agreements
- Cohabitation agreements
- Estate planning and gifts
- Certificate of inheritance and settling estates

Internationals and expats

Specific expertise has been built up for internationals and expats. Civil-law notary office Duchamp knows the implications of different legal systems, knows how to deal with international assets and/or with partners of different nationalities.

The starting point is your personal situation and the international context. We take the time to understand your wishes and translate them into clear legal documents. Documents that provide security both now and in the future.

Our approach is personal. Interviews and prepared documents are in English.

Corporate law

Whether you are a start-up, running a growing organisation or looking to set up an international structure: a solid legal foundation is essential. Within corporate law, we guide you with expertise, care and attention to detail.

You can contact us for:
- Formation of companies and legal entities
- Articles of association and amendments to the articles of association
- Shareholder agreements
- Mergers, acquisitions and reorganisations
- Certification and corporate restructuring

For international companies, expat entrepreneurs and cross-border structures, we offer guidance that takes into account the complexity of different legal systems and your international business interests. Clear explanations - also in English - ensure that you always have full insight into the optimal choices for your business.

Civil-law notary office Duchamp guides and advises you, ensuring your documents are drafted carefully and clearly. We provide you the legal certaincty you need to build your business with confidence.

Mr Eelko Smit

In the field of corporate law,
Mireille collaborates with fellow civil-notary Mr Eelko Smit.

Mr Eelko Smit is an experienced and committed civil-law notary with more than 30 years of expertise in (international) corporate law. He advises national and international companies, healthcare institutions and director-major shareholders on complex legal issues and strategic decisions.

Since January, he, like Mireille, is based at Koninginnegracht 5 in The Hague. With a focus on quality, Eelko is also dedicated providing clear, expert and personal notarial guidance - from straightforward deeds to complex international matters.

Real estate

When buying, selling or transferring real estate, you want absolute certainty. Real estate transactions involve legal and financial interests. This requires expert, meticulous guidance. Notariskantoor Duchamp guarantees a transparent and careful process in which you have full insight into your rights, obligations and the legal structure of the transaction.

You can come to us for the
- Purchase and sale of residential properties
- Mortgage deeds and refinancing
- Transfers by gift or inheritance
- Conversion into apartment rights
- Real estate for entrepreneurs and investors
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