Document background
The Notarial Contract (notarielle Urkunde) is a crucial legal instrument in the German legal system, required for various significant transactions including real estate transfers, corporate formations, and certain family law matters. This document type is governed by the German Civil Code (BGB), the Federal Notarial Code (BNotO), and the Notarization Act (BeurkG). The involvement of a notary ensures the document's authenticity, provides legal certainty, and protects all parties' interests through mandatory advice and explanations. The notary's role includes verifying identities, explaining legal consequences, and ensuring proper documentation of the parties' intentions. This type of contract is particularly important in transactions where the law requires notarization for validity or where parties seek enhanced legal security.
