--- title: "Succession, Bankruptcy and Stock Inventory: Bailiff Legal Assessment in Tunisia" description: "Commercial and probate asset inventory in Tunisia: estate partition, company insolvency, stock seizures, and authentic deeds under CPCC Art. 415+." url: https://www.huissierdejustice.tn/en/guides/constat-inventaire-stocks-actifs source: https://www.huissierdejustice.tn/en/guides/constat-inventaire-stocks-actifs generated_by: aeo.js --- # Succession, Bankruptcy and Stock Inventory: Bailiff Legal Assessment in Tunisia Commercial and probate asset inventory in Tunisia: estate partition, company insolvency, stock seizures, and authentic deeds under CPCC Art. 415+. [All Legal Guides](/en/guides)[Français](/guides/constat-inventaire-stocks-actifs)[العربية](/ar/guides/constat-inventaire-stocks-actifs)[English](/en/guides/constat-inventaire-stocks-actifs) Corporate & Asset InventoriesSeptember 11, 2026Drafted under the supervision of the Bailiff's Office ## Succession, Bankruptcy and Stock Inventory: Bailiff Legal Assessment in Tunisia Commercial and probate asset inventory in Tunisia: estate partition, company insolvency, stock seizures, and authentic deeds under CPCC Art. 415+. [Maître Nabil Baffoun](/en/a-propos) · Judicial officer (huissier de justice) in Tunis since 1998 - Tunis Court of Appeal jurisdiction - Former president of ISIE (elected 2019) - Internet evidence reports since 2010 Written and reviewed by the author — updated 11 September 2026[Full profile](/en/a-propos)[LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/baffoun-nabil/)[Wikipedia](https://ar.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D9%86%D8%A8%D9%8A%D9%84_%D8%A8%D9%81%D9%88%D9%86)[Wikidata](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q60438866) General legal information guide based on Tunisian law (Organic Law No. 2018-9, CPCC, COC). Specific legal outcomes depend on individual case facts and contract terms. ## Direct Answer: Why is a bailiff asset inventory essential in Tunisia? Whether for a **contested estate between heirs**, a **corporate insolvency or liquidation**, or a **commercial dispute over the value of a stock of goods**, an inventory drawn up by a judicial bailiff (huissier de justice) in Tunisia is the only authentic instrument ensuring assets cannot be misappropriated or concealed. Pursuant to Articles 415 et seq. of the Code of Civil and Commercial Procedure (CPCC), the bailiff enumerates, describes, values and records furniture, operating equipment and stock in the presence of the parties concerned. This competence derives from Article 13 of Organic Law No. 2018-9 of 30 January 2018, which entrusts bailiffs with inventories and descriptive reports. In estate matters, under an ex parte order from the President of the Court of First Instance, the bailiff may also affix official seals to premises and safes before the inventory is complete. The inventory is also used when a commercial lease ends, to record remaining quantities, expired goods and damage. **The inventory at a glance** Situation Bailiff's role Legal basis Estate between heirs Inventory of furniture, jewellery, accounts and vehicles in the presence of the parties; seals under an ex parte order from the President of the Court of First Instance CPCC, Art. 415 et seq. End of a commercial lease or return of premises Record of remaining quantities, expired goods and damaged stock Organic Law No. 2018-9, Art. 13 Corporate restructuring or bankruptcy Accurate inventory of realisable assets Commercial Companies Code and legislation on companies in economic difficulty Practice area : Judicial Inspection Reports & Digital Evidence in Tunis ## Need Official Bailiff Assistance in Tunis? Maître Nabil Baffoun and his office assist domestic and international clients with prompt, compliant enforcement. [Explore our dedicated service](/en/services/constats) Recommended Related Guide ### Bailiff Inspection Report in Tunis: Legal Value, Procedure & Fees Complete guide to bailiff inspection reports in Tunis: evidentiary weight in court, types of inspections (water damage, construction, internet), and official procedure. [Read this guide](/en/guides/constat-huissier-tunis) ## Frequently Asked Legal Questions Can the bailiff affix judicial seals during estate inventory? Yes, under an ex parte court order from the court president, the bailiff may affix official seals to secure premises and safes prior to complete inventory. ### Questions regarding this procedure? Contact our Tunis Office Maître Nabil Baffoun's Office — 32 Avenue de la Liberté, Lafayette, 1002 Tunis [Call our office (+216 99 442 883)](tel:+21699442883)[WhatsApp direct](https://wa.me/21699442883)[Request consultation](/en/consultation)