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What is A Notary

What is a Notary?

What Is A Notary?

Notaries are the oldest branch of the legal profession. They are appointed and regulated by the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury. There is a limited number (approximately 800) of notaries practising in England and Wales. As a registered Notary Public, we are bound by their rules of conduct and due diligence.

Most notaries are also solicitors who have obtained an additional qualification. Today, a notary’s role focuses on authenticating facts and documents for use in foreign countries.

Why Do You Need to Use A Notary Public?

You will need the services of a notary public if your document needs to be sent outside of the UK. You are likely to have been asked by your lawyer or an organisation abroad to sign or authenticate a document in the presence of a notary public. They will expect to see the notary’s signature, stamp and seal.

Making an Appointment

It is not uncommon to need the services of a Notary at short notice. Appointments can be made by filling in the form below, or by calling us on 0800 056 6042 during office hours. Depending on the complexity, your Notary appointment would take between 20 minutes to an hour.

Remember!

In addition to the documents you need notarising, you will also need to bring 3 valid proofs of address with you.

Client Care

A notary public is not the same as a solicitor – we are separately regulated and your rights are different when instructing us as a notary. Download our Terms and Conditions here.

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    Arthur Moore – Notary 1

    Kenneth was quick and efficient having our documents notarised and his prices are good compared to some city centre practices.

    Arthur Moore

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:10:33+01:00

    Arthur Moore

    Kenneth was quick and efficient having our documents notarised and his prices are good compared to some city centre practices.

    Liz Robey – Notary 2

    Confidently and expertly dealt with all our paperwork. I would definitely recommend Mr Curtis to all my friends. Many thanks.

    Liz Robey

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:11:26+01:00

    Liz Robey

    Confidently and expertly dealt with all our paperwork. I would definitely recommend Mr Curtis to all my friends. Many thanks.

    Paul Hollingworth – Notary 3

    I needed to get certain documents notarised for use in China with not much time. Curtis Parkinson were very professional and efficient.

    Paul Hollingworth

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:12:12+01:00

    Paul Hollingworth

    I needed to get certain documents notarised for use in China with not much time. Curtis Parkinson were very professional and efficient.

    Adama Otter – Notary 4

    I was very pleased with the service I received. I was made to feel very comfortable and things were explained very clearly.

    Adama Otter

    Curtis Parkinson
    4
    2019-08-29T16:12:51+01:00

    Adama Otter

    I was very pleased with the service I received. I was made to feel very comfortable and things were explained very clearly.

    Antonio Rodriguez – Notary 5

    Kenneth was very helpful, friendly and professional. He explain to us all of the details of our papers. I would recommend his services.

    Antonio Rodriguez

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:13:22+01:00

    Antonio Rodriguez

    Kenneth was very helpful, friendly and professional. He explain to us all of the details of our papers. I would recommend his services.

    Robert Pacella – Notary 6

    Kenneth was both professional and accommodating. He managed the notorial process very well and I found his prices extremely competitive.

    Robert Pacella

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:13:39+01:00

    Robert Pacella

    Kenneth was both professional and accommodating. He managed the notorial process very well and I found his prices extremely competitive.

    Anne Henderson – Notary 7

    Mr. Curtis then guided me through the process in a step by step way and was able to answer all of the questions I raised. Thank you.

    Anne Henderson

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:14:15+01:00

    Anne Henderson

    Mr. Curtis then guided me through the process in a step by step way and was able to answer all of the questions I raised. Thank you.

    Ali Gunn – Notary 8

    Kenneth Curtis was extremely quick and efficient in dealing with our paperwork and the lady on the front desk most helpful when booking .

    Ali Gunn

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:14:39+01:00

    Ali Gunn

    Kenneth Curtis was extremely quick and efficient in dealing with our paperwork and the lady on the front desk most helpful when booking .

    Lloyd Banks – Notary 9

    I am happy with services rendered by Curtis Parkinson after looking for notaries services all over Nottingham. I would recommend.

    Lloyd Banks

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:15:06+01:00

    Lloyd Banks

    I am happy with services rendered by Curtis Parkinson after looking for notaries services all over Nottingham. I would recommend.

    Marian Lo – Notary 10

    I have been to the Clifton and Bingham offices, mainly for Notary Service. I highly recommend Mr Kenneth Curtis' professional service.

    Marian Lo

    Curtis Parkinson
    5
    2019-08-29T16:16:20+01:00

    Marian Lo

    I have been to the Clifton and Bingham offices, mainly for Notary Service. I highly recommend Mr Kenneth Curtis' professional service.
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