Areas of expertise
Legal documents
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Affidavits and Declarations
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Power of Attorney Documentation
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Guardianship and Custody Documents
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Prenuptial Agreements
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Estate Planning Documents including Wills and Trusts
Personal & Family
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Adoption Papers
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Consent Forms
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Healthcare Directives
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Educational Documents and Transcripts
mobile notary services
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Highlighting the availability of mobile notary services for all the above categories.
Real estate & Property
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Loan Document Signing
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Real Estate Documents and Deeds
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Mortgage and Refinancing Documents
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Real Estate Title Transfers
Government & immigration
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Notarization for Immigration Documents
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DMV Documents
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Apostille Services
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I-9 Documents
Business & Commercial
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Business Contracts and Agreements
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Bill of Sale and Transfer Documents
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Commercial Lease Agreements
Specialized services
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Document Certification
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Vehicle and DMV Documents
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Any other specialized notary services unique to your business
licensed & Bonded
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What is a Notary Public?A notary public is an official commissioned to serve as an impartial witness to the signing of important documents. The primary role of a notary is to verify the identity of the individual signing the document. The notary's certificate attached to the document confirms the identity of the signers but does not validate the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of the document itself.
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What types of documents can a notary in California notarize?Notaries in Los Angeles can notarize various documents including affidavits, powers of attorney, estate planning documents, real estate documents, business contracts, and more.
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Do I need to be present in person to have my document notarized in California?Yes, California law requires the physical presence of the signer at the time of notarization.
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What do I need to bring for notarization in California?You should bring the document to be notarized, a valid form of identification (such as a driver's license or passport), and any required witnesses if necessary. Expired form of identification is not permitted and will be subject to a cancelled appointment.
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How does a notary verify my identity?A notary will verify your identity through a government-issued photo ID and by ensuring the name on the ID matches the name on the document.
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Can a notary in Los Angeles provide legal advice or prepare legal documents?No, notaries in California are not authorized to provide legal advice or prepare legal documents unless they are also licensed attorneys.
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What is the maximum fee a notary in California can charge?California state law sets maximum fees that notaries can charge for each notarial act, with the current cap being $15 per signature notarized. However, for mobile notary services, notaries are permitted to charge an additional travel fee. This fee is not regulated by state notary fees and must be agreed upon separately between the notary and the client prior to the service. It's important to note that the travel fee must be reasonable and related to the travel costs incurred.
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How long is a notarization valid in California?The notarization itself does not expire; however, the document’s validity can depend on its nature and the requirements of the entity requesting it.
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What if my document is in a foreign language?Notaries in California can notarize documents in foreign languages as long as the notarial certificate is in English and the notary can communicate with the signer in a language both understand. Notaries may not translate "Notary Public" in other languages.
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Can a notary refuse to serve someone?A notary can refuse service if the signer cannot be properly identified, the document appears to be fraudulent, or the notary suspects the transaction is not lawful or the signer is not acting of their own free will.