Unmarried Hermès heir leaves $11 billion and $5.9 million in properties to former gardener
Nicolas Puech’s shocking decision to adopt his former gardener and transfer billions sparks legal and corporate tensions.

Nicolas Puech, the 82-year-old heir to the Hermès fortune, has made a surprising decision to leave a significant portion of his $13 billion estate to his former gardener, Jadil Butrak, and Butrak’s partner.
To facilitate this unprecedented move, Puech is reportedly adopting 51-year-old Butrak, a legal maneuver that has sparked opposition from the Isocrates Foundation, which was originally set to inherit his wealth.
Puech’s decision has caused tension among Hermès stakeholders, who are concerned about the potential impact on the luxury brand’s legacy and the future distribution of the fortune.
This unexpected inheritance shift raises legal and ethical questions, as well as speculation about Puech’s motivations and the influence of personal relationships in wealth distribution.
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