Notary Services
General Notary Work
Affidavits, consent letters, powers of attorney and everyday forms notarized in Brooklyn by a New York notary public.
Notary Services
Estate Planning Notarizations
Notarization for powers of attorney, trust documents and other estate planning papers in Brooklyn, at our office or by mobile visit.
About this service
Estate planning documents help protect you and your family, and many of them must be signed in a specific way. Kay’s Notary Travel notarizes signatures on powers of attorney, trust documents, affidavits and other estate planning papers, at our Brooklyn office or through our mobile notary service.
Requirements vary by document, so it helps to know what to expect. For example, a New York Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney must be signed and acknowledged before a notary and also signed in the presence of two witnesses, and the notary may serve as one of them. Health care proxies and living wills in New York generally require adult witnesses and may not need to be notarized at all. Always follow the instructions on your form or from your attorney.
We verify identity, witness signatures and complete the notarial certificates. We do not prepare estate planning documents, recommend which ones you need or explain their legal effect. If you have questions about the content of your documents, please speak with an attorney. Every signer must appear in person with a current government-issued photo ID, be signing willingly and understand what they are signing. Please arrange any required witnesses ahead of time, or ask us in advance about witness options.
What we can help with
- Powers of attorney, including the New York Statutory Short Form
- Trust documents and related affidavits
- Health care proxies and living wills, when notarization is requested
- Office, home, hospital or care facility appointments
- Notarization only, with no legal advice
How it works
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Step 1: Prepare with your attorney
Have your documents prepared and reviewed by your attorney, and note any witness requirements.
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Step 2: Book your appointment
Choose our Brooklyn office or a mobile visit, and tell us which documents to expect and how many signers and witnesses will attend.
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Step 3: Verify and sign
Each signer shows a valid photo ID and signs in front of the notary and any required witnesses.
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Step 4: Certificates completed
The notary completes the acknowledgement or other notarial certificate for each signature.
What to bring
- A current, valid government-issued photo ID for each signer
- Your complete documents with no blank spaces, not yet signed
- Any required witnesses, each with a valid photo ID
- Instructions from your attorney about how the documents must be signed
Frequently asked questions
Does a New York power of attorney need to be notarized?
The New York Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney must be signed and acknowledged before a notary and signed in the presence of two witnesses, one of whom may be the notary. Your attorney can confirm the requirements for your specific document.
Do health care proxies need to be notarized?
In New York, health care proxies and living wills generally require adult witnesses and may not need notarization. Please follow the instructions on your form or from your attorney, and we’re glad to notarize if you’ve been asked to.
Can you help me decide which documents I need?
No. A notary who is not an attorney cannot recommend documents or give legal advice. Please speak with an estate planning attorney.
Can you visit a parent in a nursing home?
Our mobile notary service can visit homes, hospitals and care facilities in Brooklyn and nearby areas. The signer must be alert, able to communicate and able to understand the document, and must have a valid photo ID.
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We bring the notary to you at home, at work, or in a hospital or care facility in Brooklyn and nearby areas of New York City.
Not sure which service you need?
Call us or send a quick request. We’ll point you in the right direction and get you booked.