Terms of Business
My terms of business are regulated by the Faculty Office, the official regulator of the Notary Public professionals in England and Wales.
Fees
My regulator gives guidance on professional fees to ensure that notarial work is carried out to a proper standard. I charge in accordance with these guidelines.
Notarisation fees are generally calculated on the basis of time spent working on your documents, at hourly rates typical of senior commercial lawyers in London. The minimum fee for a single transaction is £90 plus a basic instruction fee of £30.00. With regard to more complex transactions, I charge an hourly rate of £350 per hour. I do not charge VAT.
My professional fee is calculated based on time spent on the documents, and varies depending on the nature, number and complexity of the documents, plus a basic instruction fee. There may also be charges for legalisation, translation, interpretation, courier fees and other services as required in a specific matter.
I do not issue a price list as this could be misleading due to the many different elements which must be taken into consideration. However on receiving specific details I do estimate my fees and costs in advance of undertaking work. I will always agree a fee with you before commencing work which you will have to pay for; this may be prior to our meeting or when we meet if that is necessary. If a fee cannot be agreed I will not commence work or bill you.
My Pricing Promise
My regulator gives guidance on professional fees to ensure that notarial work is carried out to a proper standard. I charge in accordance with these guidelines.
Notarisation fees are generally calculated on the basis of time spent working on your documents, at hourly rates typical of senior commercial lawyers in London. The minimum fee for a single transaction is £90 plus a basic instruction fee of £30.00. With regard to more complex transactions, I charge an hourly rate of £350 per hour. I do not charge VAT.
My professional fee is calculated based on time spent on the documents, and varies depending on the nature, number and complexity of the documents, plus a basic instruction fee. There may also be charges for legalisation, translation, interpretation, courier fees and other services as required in a specific matter.
I do not issue a price list as this could be misleading due to the many different elements which must be taken into consideration. However on receiving specific details I do estimate my fees and costs in advance of undertaking work. I will always agree a fee with you before commencing work which you will have to pay for; this may be prior to our meeting or when we meet if that is necessary. If a fee cannot be agreed I will not commence work or bill you.
My Pricing Promise
• Clear pricing before work begins
• No hidden charges
• Written quote provided
• All fees agreed in advance
Identification of Clients
As a notary, I must verify the identify of everyone I work with. This is both a legal requirement and essential for protecting you against fraud.
For Individuals Clients
You'll need to bring:-
1. Photo ID (one of these):
- Current passport
- Full photo driving licence (not provisional)
- National identity card
- Armed Forces identity card (with photo and signature)
- Firearms license with photo
- Other government issued photo ID.
2. Proof of address (one of these)
- Recent bank statement or letter
- Utility bill (not mobile phone)
- Government letter
- Professional letter from lawyer, accountant, or doctor
For Business Clients
I need:
- Company registration details
- Evidence of company authority
- ID for all signatories (as above)
- Any relevant board resolutions
Getting Your Documents Ready
Important Steps Before Your Appointment
1. Don't sign anything until you meet with us.
2. Read all documents thoroughly.
3. Check all attachments are included.
4. Ensure your name matches your ID exactly.
5. Complete all blank spaces (except signature areas)
6. Bring all pages of your document.
Book Your Appointment
Contact me: Phone or SMS: +44 7593 957875
Email: notarypublic@josephinefarrell.com
For faster service:
- Email your document in advance
- Tell me when you need them completed
- Tell me about any special requirements.
Timeframes
Standard service:- Same day or next day for simple matters
- 2-3 days for complex documents
- Legalisation times vary by country
- Same day or next day for simple matters
- 2-3 days for complex documents
- Legalisation times vary by country
Payment
When and How to Pay
- Payment is due when service is completed.
- I accept debit cards, not credit cards
- Bank transfers must clear before completion.
- Cash accepted only by prior arrangement.
Service Process - What I Do for You
- Personal consultation
- Identify verification
- Document review
- Witnessing signatures
- Administering oaths when needed
- Adding notarial seal and signatures
- Arranging legalisation if required
- Maintaining secure records
- Personal consultation
- Identify verification
- Document review
- Witnessing signatures
- Administering oaths when needed
- Adding notarial seal and signatures
- Arranging legalisation if required
- Maintaining secure records
Professional Responsibilities
As your Notary, I
- Act independently
- Verify all facts thoroughly
- Follow strict professional standards
- Keep detailed records
- Protect your confidentiality
Important Notes:
- I can't certify incomplete documents
- I don't provide legal advice
- I can't guarantee foreign processing times
- I maintain strict verification standards.
Data protection
How I handle your information.
We keep your information secure and confidential. I only share it when:
- Verifying your identity
- Processing your documents
- Meeting legal requirements
- Working with authorized partners
Your Rights
- Access to your information
- Secure data storage
- Confidential handling
- Clear consent process
- Access to your information
- Secure data storage
- Confidential handling
- Clear consent process
My ICO number is ZB761020.
Making a complaint
I hope You Will Be Happy. But if not....
Step 1: Contact Me
- Raise concerns directly with me first
- I will try to resolve issues quickly
Regulatory Information
I am regulated by:The Faculty Office1 The SanctuaryWestminsterLondon SW1P 3JTTel: 020 7222 5381Email: faculty.office@1thesanctuary.comWebsite: www.facultyoffice.org.uk
Professional Protection
- £1,000,000,000 professional indemnity coverage
- Regulated practice
- Secure document handling
- Confidential service
- £1,000,000,000 professional indemnity coverage
- Regulated practice
- Secure document handling
- Confidential service
Your Right to Cancel
- 14-day cooling-off period
- Full refund if cancelled within this period
- Payment required for any work already done
- 14-day cooling-off period
- Full refund if cancelled within this period
- Payment required for any work already done