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Article 813-5 of the French Civil Code

Within the limits of the powers conferred on him, the mandatary of the succession represents all the heirs in acts of civil life and in legal proceedings.

He exercises his powers even if there is a minor or a protected adult among the heirs.

Payment made into the hands of the mandatary of the succession is valid.

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Article 813-5

Dans la limite des pouvoirs qui lui sont conférés, le mandataire successoral représente l’ensemble des héritiers pour les actes de la vie civile et en justice.

Il exerce ses pouvoirs alors même qu’il existe un mineur ou un majeur protégé parmi les héritiers.

Le paiement fait entre les mains du mandataire successoral est valable.

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