Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions *

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  • A notary public is an impartial witness who verifies the identity of signers and makes sure that documents are signed willingly and knowingly. A lawyer can provide legal advice and draft legal documents—services a notary cannot offer. I am not able to advise you on the content or legality of your documents.

  • A jurat is a type of notarization in which the signer swears or affirms that the contents of the document are true. The signer must sign the document in the presence of the notary, who will then administer an oath or affirmation before completing the jurat certificate. This process is standard for affidavits, depositions, and sworn statements.

  • An acknowledgment is a notarization in which the signer confirms they signed voluntarily. Unlike a jurat, you can sign before meeting the notary but must appear in person to verify your signature. It's often used for deeds, powers of attorney, and other legal documents.

  • You may need a notary when signing documents such as real estate deeds, affidavits, powers of attorney, certain contracts, or other legal agreements. This requirement typically originates from state law, an attorney, or the agency requesting the document.

  • Yes, I can notarize it as long as I can communicate with you directly in the language used for notarization and understand the document. If I am unable to comprehend the language of the document, I may not be able to perform the notarization.

  • Yes. We are commissioned to service anyone in the Santa Clara County.

  • Yes, I can schedule appointments any day of the week at a time that works best for you.

  • Yes, I am available to travel to any facility that permits outside notaries, for an additional fee.

  • Absolutely, yes. I will come to your home if that is convenient for you. We serve San Jose, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Campbell, Sunnyvale, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and surrounding areas.

  • I services areas such as:

    • San Jose

    • Santa Clara

    • Sunnyvale

    • Mountain View

    • Los Altos

    • Milpitas

    • Palo Alto

    • Gilroy

    • Morgan Hill

    • surrounding areas by request

  • Yes. I can schedule a signing any day of the week. Our appointments are flexible.

  • You can all me directly: (408) 256-3353

    Or you can schedul an appointment here on the site. Select the “Book Appointment” button down below.

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