In France, the "Notaire" is the only state-authorised entity who can deal with the purchase of real estates. The "Notaire" is responsible for the smooth handling of the purchase and represents both the interests of the vendor and the purchaser. If you feel that your French languages skills are inadequate, you should know that the "Notaire" will not always clarify every detail, and you should seek someone's assistance since purchase contracts often contain complicated clauses.
