Over 100 years of legal experience
Free, no-obligation consultation
Regulated through the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury
Rated ‘Excellent’ on Review Solicitors
What Is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is a highly qualified legal professional authorised to certify, authenticate, and witness documents for use in foreign jurisdictions.
Their role is recognised worldwide, providing assurance that your documents carry legal weight across borders. This includes verifying identities, witnessing signatures, and confirming that documents have been executed correctly for international purposes.
When Might You Need a Notary Public?
Our notarial services are frequently required for a wide range of personal and business matters, including:
- Purchasing or selling property overseas
- Sending powers of attorney for use abroad
- Visa applications, dual citizenship, or foreign residency
- Verifying academic or professional qualifications for international recognition
- Identity verification for overseas financial or business transactions
- Marriage abroad or sponsorship of relatives from overseas
- Certification of corporate documents for international operations
We regularly act for clients with interests spanning across Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
Our Notarial Services
We are pleased to offer a full range of notarial solutions, tailored to your specific requirements:
We can assist in services for businesses:
- Power of Attorney from companies for all kinds of commercial reasons e.g. creating a subsidiary, renewing a patent, conducting litigation, representing the English company overseas
- Confirmation of the existence of the English company - attaching certificates of incorporation, Certificates of Good Standing, details of the company officers etc.
- Notarising affidavits and statutory declarations for foreign Court proceedings
- Certified copy passports of company officers
Confirmation of accreditations for export purposes
We can also assist in services for individuals:
- Power of Attorney (giving someone abroad authority to act on your behalf) e.g. for property purchase/sale; litigation; dealing with other official bodies e.g. government agencies, banks
- Notarising documents relating to the purchase or sale of property abroad
- Notarising documents allowing individuals to marry abroad
- Notarising Wills and other documents relating to a deceased person's estate
- Certified copy documents e.g. birth, death and marriage certificates, copy passport pages, qualifications, documents supporting adoption applications from abroad
- Confirmation of facts e.g. declaration of no criminal convictions; declaration of no impediment to marriage etc.
- Notarising child travel consents
- Statutory declarations
- Asset transfers e.g. shares
To ensure your documents are fully accepted abroad, we use an agent to liaise directly with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and foreign embassies as required, streamlining legalisation and minimising delays.
Book a free, no-obligation consultation with Bronwyn White
Notarial services are available with our Notary, Bronwyn White at our Windsor, Woking, Reading & London offices.
Please note that these services are available by appointment only and must be conducted in person. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate drop-in visits.
Why choose Parfitt Cresswell for Notary Public services?
We offer a complimentary initial consultation
It’s a great way to understand your options, get to know us better and make a more informed decision on whether we are the firm for you.
Regulated & Authorised Service
Notary Solicitors in England are members of recognised institutions such as The Notaries Society, The Faculty of the Archbishop of Canterbury meaning they adhere to the highest standards are fully qualified to handle such matters with professionalism.
International Recognition and Authority:
Documents notarised by a Notary are recognised globally, giving clients confidence that their paperwork will be accepted by foreign courts, governments, and institutions. This is particularly valuable for cross-border transactions and international business affairs.
Expertise in Complex Documentation
Notary’s possess specialised knowledge to authenticate, sometimes prepare and certifying legal documents such as powers of attorney, affidavits, deeds, and business contracts. Their expertise ensures accuracy and compliance with both domestic and international legal standards.
Efficient and Secure Service
We offer swift turnaround times while maintaining rigorous security and confidentiality. This efficiency is crucial for time-sensitive matters, whether personal or commercial.
We are proud of our rankings and feedback
Our clients often describe our service as “professional,” “friendly,” “a pleasure to deal with,” “first-class,” and “would use again.” But don’t just take our word for it; read their reviews on the independent site, ReviewSolicitors, here.
Bronwyn White
Senior Associate Solicitor
Bronwyn is a Senior Associate Solicitor and Notary Public in our Private Client Department. Having qualified in 2019 she joined Parfitt Cresswell in 2025.
Bronwyn has a wide range of experience specialising in Wills, complex and high-net worth estate planning and probates. She has a particular interest in estates with an international element. This includes dealing with estates where the deceased is non-domiciled, but has assets in England and Wales and re-sealing a foreign Grant of Probate for use in this jurisdiction.
Bronwyn also advises on estate planning and Will drafting with a cross-border perspective and is a qualified Notary Public to better serve her international clients.
As well as advising on all the usual domestic taxes of Inheritance Tax, Capital Gains Tax and Income Tax including tax returns, Bronwyn also assists with complex Income Tax reporting.
Bronwyn’s meticulous eye for detail and scrupulous accounting means that she has been asked to advise specifically on estate accounting including when families have been unable to agree on the distribution of an estate. She also advises on a variety of trusts including drafting, winding up and advising trustees of their duties within the Trustee Acts and dealing with all the usual formalities. This includes drafting and advising on Declarations of Trusts for jointly owned property.
Bronwyn also drafts and advises on Lasting Powers of Attorney, historical Enduring Powers of Attorney and now increasingly common Deputyship Applications.
She is a fully qualified member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and an accredited member of the Association of Lifetime Lawyers (formerly SFE). She is also a Dementia Friend and has experience dealing with many different clients including the elderly and vulnerable.
Arrange Your Complimentary Consultation
If you are unsure whether you require a Notary Public, or wish to discuss your circumstances in more detail, we invite you to contact us for a complimentary initial consultation. Our team will explain your options and guide you through the process in clear, plain English.
Friendly Reminder: In-Person Notary Public Services
We are delighted to offer our Notary Public services to you at our Windsor, Woking, Reading & London offices. Please note that these services are available by appointment only and must be conducted in person. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate drop-in visits.
To schedule your consultation, contact today on 0800 999 4437 to speak with our notarial team about your requirements, or click on the link below. We look forward to assisting you!