MOBILE NOTARY SERVICES
Power of attorney notarization.
Plan notarization of an already prepared power of attorney in Hoboken and Northern NJ, including signer participation, identification and witness planning.
Have the document prepared before arranging the signing
A power of attorney can give another person significant authority. Obtain the complete document and signing instructions from its preparer or the institution receiving it. This service is for the notarial act; an attorney should address the powers granted, the document’s suitability and its legal effect.
Tell us whose signatures need notarization, where those people will be and whether the instructions require witnesses. Do not assume every power of attorney has the same execution requirements.
The person granting authority must participate
If the principal’s signature is being notarized, that person must personally participate in the required act. A relative can arrange the logistics, but cannot supply the principal’s consent or answer the notary’s questions in place of the principal.
The notary may decline when not satisfied about capacity or a knowing, voluntary signature. Notarization does not itself establish that the power of attorney is valid for its intended use.
Physical difficulty signing needs advance planning
Difficulty writing is different from inability to understand or voluntarily participate. NJ has a procedure for a person who is physically unable to sign to direct another person, other than the notary, to sign their name, with a required notation. Describe the circumstances before the appointment; do not sign on someone’s behalf first and assume it can be notarized afterward.
Coordinate the visit
- Bring all pages and the preparer’s signing instructions.
- Have identification available for each person whose signature needs notarization.
- Confirm any required witnesses and who will arrange them.
- For a hospital or care facility, check visitor access and a suitable time with the signer and staff.
- Confirm the scope, itemized cost and what happens if the act cannot be completed.
Questions for the preparer or recipient
Ask whether the correct version of the document is ready, which signatures and witnesses are required, and what must happen after signing. If someone will sign in a representative capacity under an existing power of attorney, discuss the required documentation and wording with the recipient first.
Let’s find a time that works.
Tell us your town, document type and preferred time. We’ll confirm availability and the cost before your visit.