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The Difference Between an Apostille and a Notarization

If you need to authenticate a document for official use, you might wonder:  Do I need a notarization or an apostille? While both serve as forms of validation, they are not the same and serve different legal purposes. What Is a Notarization? A notarization is performed by a commissioned notary public who verifies the identity of the signer and ensures that they are signing willingly. Notarization does not authenticate the content of the document—it only confirms that the signature is legitimate. Commonly notarized documents include affidavits, powers of attorney, real estate transactions, and sworn statements . What Is an Apostille? An apostille is an official certificate issued by the state or federal government that verifies the authenticity of a document for international use . It confirms that the notary or issuing authority is legitimate. Apostilles are required for documents like birth certificates, marriage licenses, academic records, and legal agreements when used...
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How a Notary Can Support You Through the Adoption Process

Adoption is an exciting and life-changing journey, but the paperwork can feel overwhelming. Each step, from the initial application to the final court proceedings, often requires properly authenticated documents to meet legal requirements. Here’s how we can support you along the way.

Understanding the Adoption Process

The adoption process generally involves four main steps: orientation, home study, matching, and legal finalization. Each phase requires thorough documentation, and that’s where notarization becomes essential. At every step, you’ll encounter documents that must be legally verified to ensure compliance and prevent delays.

Why Notarization is Key in Adoption

Many of the documents in the adoption process need notarization to validate signatures and authenticate records. For example, during the home study, notarized affidavits are often needed to confirm your identity, income, and background information. As you move closer to finalization, additional documents like consents and legal petitions also require notarization.

How We Can Help

Our notary service makes the adoption paperwork easier by offering mobile and remote online notarizations, so you can get documents notarized from the comfort of your home. Plus, we handle apostille requests, which are sometimes needed for international adoptions.

Get Started with Our Notary Services Today

Whether you're just beginning the adoption journey or ready to finalize, we’re here to make the process as smooth as possible. Reach out to us for reliable, professional notarization services tailored to your needs. With our mobile and online options, we bring the notary to you!

Contact us today at (732) 737-7533 to learn more about our notary services for adoption and other family law needs. You can also visit our website to schedule our services.

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