Source: https://annedemarais-notaire.fr/en/ · English · 2026-10-28 Also available — Français: https://annedemarais-notaire.fr/index.html.md · Nederlands: https://annedemarais-notaire.fr/nl/index.html.md Notarial Practice · Monflanquin · Cœur de Bastides # Maître Anne Demarais Notaire in Monflanquin Your notaire in the Cœur de Bastides, Vallée du Lot & Agenais Specialised in property transactions, succession and family law, with particular expertise in guiding British, Dutch and international clients through their legal matters in France. [Book an appointment](https://www.neonotario.com/fr/notaire/anne-demarais-ks6OJWo6M) Our Services Areas of expertise ## What services does the practice offer? ### Property Law Full guidance for buying or selling French property, from the promesse de vente to the final notarial deed. ### Rural Law Sale of farmland and woodland, rural leases, transfer of farming businesses. ### Business & Company Law Setting up companies (for example an SCI, a French property company), sale of company shares or of a business, business succession. ### Family Law Marriage contracts, civil partnerships (PACS), divorce by mutual consent, adoption. ### Succession & Inheritance Domestic and cross-border estates, inheritance planning, wills and gifts — handled with care. ### International Expertise Expert support for foreign clients on Franco-British and Franco-Dutch legal matters. Responsiveness and availability ## How does the practice make things easier for you? Maître Demarais and her team organise their work to handle every matter promptly, wherever you are and whatever your constraints. ### Urgent deeds Promesse de vente, gift, power of attorney… urgent deeds can be signed within eight days after receiving a complete file. ### Remote signing With secure videoconferencing and electronic signature, deeds can be completed remotely (including from abroad). ### Travel Maître Demarais travels anywhere in France for her clients. ### Flexible appointments The practice offers flexible appointments, including outside office hours. “The covered market square of Monflanquin, a royal bastide founded in 1256” Understanding French law ## What does a French notaire do? A French notaire is not a lawyer — they are a public officer appointed by the State. Understanding this distinction is crucial for any international buyer. Appointed for life by the Ministry of Justice, the notaire is neutral: they serve all parties equally. The notaire does not take sides — they provide expert legal advice and ensure full compliance with the law. Every document signed at a notaire's office becomes an acte authentique — a deed carrying the same legal force as a court judgment. This is why French property ownership is among the most legally secure in the world. A notaire is required by law for every property transaction in France. Both buyer and seller may have their own notaire at no extra cost — the regulated fee is simply shared between them. Public officer appointed by the State Required by law for all property sales Fees set by law — fully transparent Practical guide ## How do you buy property in France? A secure, step-by-step process 01 ### Find a property Through an estate agent or private sale. Negotiate the price and agree the purchase conditions. 02 ### Promesse de vente Sign the promesse de vente. As a buyer you benefit from a 10-day cooling-off period to withdraw penalty-free. 03 ### Notarial due diligence The notaire verifies title, checks for charges, mortgages, planning permissions and full legal compliance. 04 ### Financing Arrange your mortgage if needed. Maître Demarais and her team work hard to keep the time to signature as short as possible. 05 ### Final deed Sign the acte authentique at the notaire's office, pay the balance and fees. Keys are handed over. Why choose us ## Why choose Maître Demarais? ### Cœur de Bastides & Vallée du Lot Deep knowledge of the local market — the medieval bastide towns of the Lot-et-Garonne, the Villeneuvois, the villages and vineyards of the Vallée du Lot, the Agenais and the Périgord. ### International experience Extensive practice on Franco-British and Franco-Dutch matters: cross-border succession, international tax planning and foreign property acquisition. Maître Demarais advises her British, Dutch and international clients in French and English, with a close understanding of their particular needs. ### Personal attention Every client receives individual follow-up, attentive listening and clear explanations at every stage. Maître Demarais travels throughout France, and the practice has videoconferencing and electronic signature facilities, allowing deeds to be completed remotely and securely. Client reviews ## What do our clients say? > I wanted to thank Maître Demarais, as well as Mélissa and Charlotte, for their efficiency on the sale and purchase of our properties. We were able to get appointments at very short notice given the complexity of our requests. I strongly recommend this practice for any matter requiring a notaire. I will be glad to recommend Maître Demarais to my own clients in a professional capacity. Thank you again! > — Caroline F., Google review · October 2026 · translated from French > Maître Demarais and her colleague Mindo Mélissa are very attentive and very professional. They found us appointment slots very quickly, and even with many unexpected changes, they always made themselves available in record time. Thank you again for your professionalism! > — Yohan G., Google review · September 2026 · translated from French > Efficient. Responsive. Reassuring. Would recommend. > — Antoine B., Google review · September 2026 > A professional welcome — serious, human and warm. Responsive, efficient and thorough. I recommend them without hesitation and above all with complete confidence. > — Armele S., Google review · September 2026 · translated from French > I recently completed the purchase of a property in Monflanquin with Maître Anne Demarais and her team, and I'm very grateful for the help I received throughout the whole process. Buying a property in France while living in the UK was always going to involve a lot of questions and paperwork, but the office was consistently helpful, patient and professional. > — Gary W., Google review · September 2026 > Maître Anne Demarais is an attentive and considerate notaire. Her colleague also makes herself available, and is warm and welcoming. > — Christine V., Google review · August 2026 · translated from French > We are very pleased with the service from Maître Demarais and her team. Real expertise, and pleasant dealings throughout. Thank you. > — Francis M., Google review · August 2026 · translated from French > Absolutely satisfied with the services provided. 100% professional! Excellent communication, direct and with no surprises. Many thanks. > — Florent S., Google review · August 2026 · translated from French > Very welcoming and professional while remaining straightforward and human. Thank you for your support. > — Gilles J., Google review · July 2026 · translated from French > Many thanks to Maître Anne Demarais for her availability and her support during the sale of my mother's property. I recommend her services. > — Jean-Luc P., Google review · July 2026 · translated from French > We visited Maître Anne Demarais, notaire in Monflanquin, for the second time this year. Thank you to all the staff for their efficiency and kindness. > — Jane B., Google review · June 2026 · translated from French > An attentive notaire — I got an appointment quickly. She does her work with care for the interests of sellers and buyers alike, thoroughly and promptly. I recommend Maître Demarais! > — Josué G., Google review · April 2026 · translated from French > My thanks to Maître Demarais and her team for their speed and professionalism. She listens and gives very sound advice. I recommend her warmly. > — Florence M., Google review · April 2026 · translated from French > Attentive and professional. Very satisfied. > — Olivia D., Google review · April 2026 · translated from French > Everything went wonderfully well with Maître Demarais and her team, whom we thank warmly for their support. This being a first property purchase, our questions were many and the uncertainty constant. Hence our gratitude to Maître Demarais, who was remarkably good at explaining things, calm and reassuring. > — Julien B., Google review · March 2026 · translated from French > I could not wish for a better notaire than Maître Demarais. She is always ready to go beyond her obligations to advise me with professionalism, clarity and kindness. Her availability and the way she listens make all the difference, and her expertise has always left me feeling entirely confident. > — Alain B., Google review · February 2026 · translated from French > Entirely satisfied — the practice was responsive and highly thorough throughout the sale process. I recommend them to you. > — Thierry B., Google review · February 2026 · translated from French > I have used Maître Demarais's services several times: considering an off-plan purchase, difficulties arising in an estate, and buying an older property. In every situation Maître Demarais was professional, reassuring and attentive to detail. Matters can be dealt with by email, telephone and videoconference, while keeping the character of this family practice. > — F. Massenot, Google review · January 2026 · translated from French > Very satisfied with the support from this notarial office. Throughout the transaction, exchanges were responsive and smooth. Professionalism, availability and efficiency throughout. > — Delphine D., Google review · January 2026 · translated from French > A very good experience for both my sale and our purchase. I recommend them warmly. > — Anthony R., Google review · January 2026 · translated from French > A very thorough and very responsive practice. We recommend them. > — Jordane O., Google review · January 2026 · translated from French > A most conscientious notaire, excellent to deal with and excellent advice. We are delighted. > — Michel A., Google review · November 2025 · translated from French > Several transactions handled with efficiency and expertise, and a genuinely local service. I recommend them. > — Théodore V., Google review · April 2025 · translated from French [Read all reviews on Google](https://maps.app.goo.gl/wKuemaMJirXzjLkx8) FAQ ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Maître Demarais speak English? Yes. Maître Anne Demarais speaks fluent English. The US Embassy in Paris includes her in its list of [English-speaking notaires](https://fr.usembassy.gov/services/notarials/english-speaking-notaires-in-france/). ### Do you work with foreign clients? Yes. The practice works with many British, Dutch, Belgian and international clients, whether they live in France or abroad. ### Can I sign a deed remotely? Yes. The practice has a secure videoconference and electronic signature system, so deeds can be signed remotely. ### Which areas do you cover? The practice mainly covers the Cœur de Bastides, the Vallée du Lot, the Villeneuvois, the Agenais, the Dordogne and the Périgord. ### How do I book an appointment? Online on [Neo Notario](https://www.neonotario.com/fr/notaire/anne-demarais-ks6OJWo6M), by phone on +33 5 53 36 41 17 or by email at [anne.demarais@notaires.fr](mailto:anne.demarais@notaires.fr). ### Is parking easy near the office? Yes. Free parking is available on place Caladon, just a few steps away. The office is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility. Get in touch ## Practical information The practice is open Monday to Friday. [Book an appointment](https://www.neonotario.com/fr/notaire/anne-demarais-ks6OJWo6M) 22 Tour de Ville Monflanquin 47150, France [View on Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/wKuemaMJirXzjLkx8) Contact [+33 5 53 36 41 17](tel:+33553364117) [anne.demarais@notaires.fr](mailto:anne.demarais@notaires.fr) Parking Car park on place Caladon, just a few steps away Opening hours Monday – Friday 9am – 12pm · 2pm – 6pm Maître Anne Demarais Notarial Practice · Cœur de Bastides · Vallée du Lot © 2026 Maître Anne Demarais, Notaire. All rights reserved. [Legal notice & privacy](https://annedemarais-notaire.fr/en/mentions-legales.html)