Cook County Notary Services

Notarization

A notary public verifies signatures, administers oaths, and affirmations, providing an added layer of protection for your important legal document or transaction. As a notary, I offer reliable notary public services to ensure the validity and legality of your document. Contact me today to schedule an appointment and get peace of mind knowing your document is in good hands

Commonly Notarized Documents

 

  • Power of Attorney: This document grants someone else the authority to act on your behalf in legal or financial matters.

  • Affidavit: This is a written statement of fact that is sworn to be true in the presence of a notary public.

  • Last Will and Testament: This legal document outlines how a person's property and assets should be distributed after their death.

  • Deed of Trust: This document is used in real estate transactions to secure a loan with a property.

  • Loan documents: This includes promissory notes and loan agreements that outline the terms and conditions of a loan.

  • Real estate documents: This includes deeds, leases, and contracts related to the buying, selling, or renting of property.

  • Vehicle documents: This includes titles, bill of sale, and other documents related to the purchase or transfer of ownership of a vehicle.

  • Financial documents: This includes documents related to investments, banking, and insurance.

  • Business documents: This includes articles of incorporation, operating agreements, and other legal documents related to the formation and operation of a business.

  • Immigration documents: This includes affidavits of support, employment verification, and other documents related to immigration and naturalization.

  • Medical documents: This includes advanced directives, living wills, and medical power of attorney documents that authorize someone to make healthcare decisions on behalf of someone else.

  • Oaths and affirmations: This includes written or oral statements made under oath or affirmation, which are used in legal proceedings.

  • Employment documents: This includes employment contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other documents related to employment.

  • Educational documents: This includes transcripts, diplomas, and other documents related to education.

  • Government documents: This includes passport applications, voter registration forms, and other documents related to government services.

  • Divorce and family law documents: This includes divorce agreements, custody agreements, and other documents related to family law matters.

  • Financial affidavits: This includes sworn statements of income, expenses, and assets that are used in financial proceedings.

  • Personal documents: This includes name changes, marriage certificates, and other personal documents that may require notarization.

  • Copyright and trademark documents: This includes trademark registration, copyright applications, and other documents related to intellectual property.

  • Power of Sale: This is a document that grants an agent or trustee the power to sell property on behalf of the owner.

  • Adoption documents: This includes adoption agreements and other documents related to the adoption process.

  • Contracts and agreements: This includes contracts for services, rental agreements, and other legal agreements.

  • Waivers and releases: This includes waivers and releases of liability, which are often used in sports and recreational activities.

  • Military documents: This includes military service affidavits and other documents related to military service.

  • Notarial certificates: This includes certificates of authenticity and other documents that certify the validity of a document or signature.

 

Here are the steps to have a successful notarization:

  • Verify the document: Before the notary process begins, the document must be verified to ensure it is complete and correct. The notary will review the document to ensure that all signatures and dates are included and that it meets the legal requirements for notarization.

  • Identify the signer: The notary must verify the identity of the signer by checking their government-issued ID. The ID must have a photo, signature, and physical description to be accepted.

  • Administer the oath or affirmation: The notary will administer an oath or affirmation to the signer, stating that they understand the document and are signing it voluntarily.

  • Witness the signing: The notary will watch as the signer signs the document. They will then affix their official stamp or seal and signature to the document.

  • Keep a record: The notary will create a journal entry or electronic record of the notarization, including details such as the date, time, type of document, and identity of the signer.

By following these steps, the notarization process can be successful and legally binding.

DISCLAIMER

"I AM NOT AN ATTORNEY LICENSED TO PRACTICE LAW IN ILLINOIS. I AM NOT ALLOWED TO DRAFT LEGAL DOCUMENTS OR RECORDS, NOR MAY I GIVE LEGAL ADVICE ON ANY MATTER, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MATTERS OF IMMIGRATION, OR ACCEPT OR CHARGE FEES FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF THOSE ACTIVITIES."