Legal / Notary Public www.jeanhenryceant.com 509 2813-1299 509 4648-4939 Ouest , Port-au-Prince , Lalue 6031

⚖️ Jean-Henry Céant – Étude Notariale

Jean-Henry Céant – Étude Notariale is a well-established notarial office based in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, delivering comprehensive legal and notarial services for individuals, businesses, and institutions. Founded in 1986, the firm combines decades of legal expertise with a strong commitment to modernizing the Haitian notarial profession.

With a background rooted in law, economics, and international notarial training—including specialization at Universidad Pontificia Comillas and participation in global notarial congresses—the firm offers a high level of technical precision and legal reliability. Its mission is to provide secure, transparent, and legally binding documentation services that protect clients’ rights and assets.

The office stands out for its dual strength: deep local expertise in Haitian legal frameworks and exposure to international notarial standards. This allows it to handle complex transactions, including real estate, corporate structuring, and authenticated legal acts, with efficiency and credibility.

⚖️ Key Services & Practice Areas

Drafting and authentication of legal acts (actes notariés)
Real estate transactions (sales, transfers, title verification)
Mortgage and collateral agreements
Business formation and corporate documentation
Estate planning, wills, and inheritance procedures
Document legalization and certification
Legal advisory and consulting services

🔍 Strengths & Differentiators

Over 35+ years of continuous legal practice
Strong academic and international notarial background
Active contributor to legal education and reform in Haiti
Recognized authority in real estate and mortgage law
Trusted by individuals, corporations, and institutions
Combines legal rigor with community engagement

Compared to many local notarial offices, the firm distinguishes itself through its international exposure, academic involvement, and leadership roles in organizations such as the Union Internationale du Notariat.