Here’s what to expect:

• Identity Verification: I will check your ID to confirm your identity.

• Review of the Document: I will ensure the document is complete and compliant.

• Signature (and Oath, if required): You will sign the document in my presence. If the document requires an oath or affirmation, I will administer it. Witness(es) will sign the document, if required.

• Notarial Act: I will complete the notarial certificate, apply my seal, and record the transaction in my notary journal.

Please bring:

• The document(s) requiring notarization (ensure all pages are included).

• A valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, passport, or state ID)

Yes, you must bring the entire document, even if only one page requires notarization.

No, do not sign the document ahead of the appointment. I, as your notary, must witness your signature in person to verify it and ensure the notarization is valid. If you have already signed the document, please get another blank copy or have me print a blank one for you. 

You are welcome to pre-fill other sections of the document ahead of our appointment, just do not sign or date until our appointment. 

If your document requires witnesses, you can bring someone with you to be your witness or I can provide witness(es) for you. Please let me know in advance so arrangements can be made.

No, the ID you present must be valid and unexpired. Pictures of your ID will not be accepted. If your ID is expired, you need to bring an alternative unexpired form of government-issued identification.

The name on your ID must closely match the name on the document. If there are discrepancies, please bring additional supporting documents or contact me ahead of time for guidance.

I can notarize documents from any state or country as long as the notarization takes place in Georgia and follows Georgia notary laws.

Yes, all parties whose signatures need to be notarized must be present during the appointment unless separate notarizations are arranged in advance.

An apostille is a certificate that authenticates the seals and signatures of officials on public documents. This process allows these documents to be recognized in foreign countries that are part of the 1961 Hague Convention Treaty.

Sworn statements attesting to the truth of certain facts.

Adoption agreements, consent forms, and adoption petitions.

Business licensing documents. Business contracts, demand for payment, partnership agreements, and corporate resolutions.

Documents related to child custody and guardianship arrangements.

Various declarations, certifications, and authentication documents.

I-9 Employment Verification, Employment Contracts, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and certain HR-related paperwork. 

Wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents often require notarization. Documents related to the administration of an estate, such as inventory lists and distribution agreements should also be notarized.

Affidavits of financial support, and financial agreements. Statements of financial condition often used in divorce or legal disputes. Financial power of attorney documents.

Affidavits of financial support, and financial agreements. Statements of financial condition often used in divorce or legal disputes. Financial power of attorney documents.

Medical directives, living wills, and healthcare power of attorney.

Insurance policies, claims, and beneficiary designations.

Patents, copyrights, and trademark applications or assignments.

Court affidavits, jury duty forms, pleadings, and certain legal filings.

Marriage licenses, divorce decrees, and related legal paperwork.

This includes deeds, mortgages, and property-related contracts. Have Loan Signing Referral Contact.

Notarization might be necessary when you need to provide proof of identity or verify the authenticity of certain tax-related documents.

Citizenship forms, passport applications, immigration documents and other international travel documents or authorization forms.

Titles, bills of sale, and other vehicle-related paperwork.