If a British citizen is of Indian origin they may make frequent trips to the country for personal and business purposes. Travel to India usually involves a visa application for each visit, which can be incredibly time consuming. However, people of Indian origin have an alternative option: an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. The […]
When UK residents buy or sell property abroad, they often want to deal with the legal aspects of the sale from home. So, they give power of attorney to a lawyer who practices in the country they plan to do business in. In order for this power to be legally transferred, the services of a […]
If UK residents want to work abroad, in a country that is not a member of the EU, they will almost certainly need to obtain a visa. Verification of academic qualifications is often required as part of the visa application, which means seeking the services of a notary public. What is the notarisation of academic […]
What is the difference between a solicitor and a notary public? In short, a solicitor provides general legal services and represents their client’s interests. While a notary public specialises in certifying documents for use abroad, with a focus on legality and authenticity. Solicitors are generally the broadest representatives of the legal profession. A solicitor will […]
A common question among the public, and potential clients, is ‘when would I need a notary?’ The role is not always well understood among members of the public; it is often confused with the role of a solicitor, but they are two very distinct positions. In many circumstances involving points of international law, a notary, […]
Notaries are the oldest branch of the legal profession and an important part of the United Kingdom’s legal system. They perform a range of essential duties, the most significant of which is the certification and authentication of documents. They can also practise as solicitors, fulfil the functions of a Commissioner for Oaths and carry out […]
A Notary Public is a trained lawyer who checks and signs important documents. They can also witness a signature and confirm a person’s identity. People often need a notary when they plan to use a document in another country. The notary checks the document and makes sure it has been signed in the right way. […]
