Witnessing signatures in Cork
Witnessing signatures in Cork.
If you have been asked to sign a document before a Notary Public, speak to the office before signing. David Sweeney provides notarial appointments at 15 South Terrace, Cork.
What the appointment involves
The notary establishes your identity and carries out the notarial act required for the document. Where a signature needs to be witnessed, it must be made in the notary’s presence. Bring the recipient’s instructions so the office can clarify what is being requested.
Understand what you are signing
Read the document beforehand and raise anything you do not understand. Notarisation does not automatically include advice about the document’s legal effect. If it is in another language or relates to another country’s law, discuss the need for translation or separate advice in advance.
Signing for a company or another person
Explain the capacity in which you will sign when you contact the office. Evidence of your authority may be needed as well as personal identification. Confirm the required documents before making arrangements to attend.
Should I sign before the appointment?
Leave the signature that needs witnessing unsigned. Complete other details only where you are sure what is required, and ask about unclear fields.
Can someone attend in my place?
If your signature must be witnessed, arrange to attend personally. Contact the office to explain any difficulty before booking.
What if there is more than one signer?
Tell the office how many people need to sign and in what capacity. Ask who must attend and which identification each person should bring.
FURTHER GUIDANCE
Go to the source.
The office will confirm the preparation needed for your particular document.