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When it comes to dealing with your private legal matters, it stands to reason that you should put your trust in trained and experienced professionals and that is what we are at BPE.
When your business requires official documents notarised, having a trusted and experienced Notary Public is essential. At BPE Solicitors in Cheltenham, Paul Engelbrecht, our specialist Notary Public, offers fast and reliable notarial services. Whether you need a document certified, authenticated, or validated for international use, we ensure the process is handled efficiently.
We can also liaise with the Foreign Office for Apostille certificates or with foreign consulates when required.
Comprehensive notarial expertise
Notarising documents is a specialised service; Paul Engelbrecht can assist with a range of notarial services, including:
Authorise certificates of companies’ good standing
Identification of directors, secretaries or other officers of companies
Certify commercial mortgages and bills of exchange for international finance
Authenticate intellectual property rights as well as trade mark and patent matters
Authenticate foreign company documents
Foreign Tenders
Handle the further certification of notarial seals by obtaining an apostille from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office and other countries’ consulates
The preparation and completion of notarial acts requires a high standard of care given their use by foreign authorities across all countries and areas including Europe, the USA, South America and South Africa.
With our efficient and professional notarial services, we provide a straightforward approach at every stage, understanding that time is often of the essence.
What do I need to know?
What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is a qualified lawyer and is appointed by the Court of Faculties of the Archbishop of Canterbury. There are about 800 Notaries working in the UK.
Should I sign documents prior to a meeting?
No. This can complicate matters further so do not sign documents until you’ve consulted Paul.
What is acceptable evidence of public records?
Only original certificates (as opposed to copies) are acceptable means of proof of public records such as birth, marriage and death.
Do I need to meet in-person?
Yes. An in-person meeting at the BPE office will be required.
Can you advise me beyond direct Notarial certification?
No. Our Notarial responsibility extends only to the Notarial formalities themselves. We will not give advice for the drafting or effect of any documents which we have not prepared.
Where do I find Paul's Notary T&Cs?
Paul Engelbrecht's Terms and Conditions can be found by clicking here.
Paul Engelbrecht's Notary notes and processes can be found here.
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