Business Details
8 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Notary Public Services in Liverpool and Manchester
I am Steven Wignall, a notary public with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. Having qualified as a solicitor in 1993 and a notary in 2011, I transitioned to full-time notarial practice in 2018, leveraging my extensive legal expertise to serve individuals and businesses. My practice is built upon a foundation of integrity, independence, and a commitment to demystifying complex international legal processes. I work closely with Hill Dickinson LLP as an independent consultant, handling hundreds of notarial instructions annually, and specialize in streamlining document authentication for foreign jurisdictions.Clients benefit from my ability to accommodate urgent requests, often providing same-day service to meet critical deadlines. My approach emphasizes clarity, efficiency, and personalized guidance, ensuring clients understand each step of the notarial process. With offices in Liverpool, Manchester, and Southport, I offer flexible appointment options to accommodate diverse client needs.
Services
Document Verification
Apostille Processing
Legalisation Services
Powers of Attorney
Company Certificates
Foreign Will Authentication
Oath Administration
Document Translation Certification
Consular Legalisation
International Marriage Documents
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of combined legal and notarial expertise
- Registered with the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury
- Specialist in urgent international document authentication
- Collaborates with international legal partners for streamlined processes
- Proven track record with multinational corporations and private clients
Associations and certifications
- Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury
- Notaries Society
What people say
Outstanding work
Excellent service
Delivered expectations
Knowledgeable professional
Flexible efficient
Services
Document Verification
Verifying document authenticity for international use through rigorous identity checks and legal certification. Our process ensures compliance with foreign jurisdiction requirements, providing legally recognized validation for contracts, certificates, and official records. Ideal for businesses and individuals needing reliable cross-border document authentication.
Apostille Processing
Obtaining official apostilles from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office to validate documents in over 125 countries. We streamline this specialized process with options for urgent turnaround, ensuring your documents meet international legal standards efficiently and cost-effectively.
Legalisation Services
Facilitating embassy/consulate document authentication for non-Hague Convention countries. Our expertise navigates complex international requirements, handling procedural variations and documentation specifications to guarantee acceptance of commercial and personal documents abroad.
Powers of Attorney
Creating and authenticating powers of attorney for foreign property management and business transactions. We ensure these critical documents meet international legal standards, with expedited processing for time-sensitive overseas mandates.
Company Certificates
Certifying corporate documents and company status for international business operations. Our service covers Good Standing certificates and incorporation documents necessary for foreign market expansion, ensuring compliance with global commercial requirements.
People
Steven Wignall
Notary Public
Qualified solicitor since 1993 and full-time Notary since 2018, with extensive experience in international document authentication. Specializes in urgent cross-border transactions, working closely with Hill Dickinson LLP. Member of the Notaries Society and regulated by the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Questions
What is a notary public in England and Wales?
A notary public is a specialist lawyer who verifies facts and authenticates documents for international use, ensuring legal recognition across foreign jurisdictions.
When would I need a notary?
For any document requiring legal validation abroad, including business contracts, powers of attorney, personal certifications, and official records.
How do legalisation and apostilles differ?
Apostilles are used for Hague Convention countries, while legalisation involves embassy/consulate verification for non-member countries.
Do you handle urgent requests?
Yes, as a full-time notary, I offer same-day service for time-sensitive document authentication needs.
Can you assist with international business documentation?
Yes, we specialize in corporate authentication including company certificates, Good Standing verification, and cross-border transaction documents.
How are fees determined?
Fixed fees where possible, with transparent estimates provided before work commences based on document complexity.
