Notary Public for Business & Dispute Resolution

When business documents need to be recognised overseas.

Businesses often require documents to be notarised when operating internationally. This can arise in transactions, corporate structuring, financing arrangements or regulatory compliance across different jurisdictions. Documents may need to be formally verified before they are accepted by foreign authorities, counterparties or institutions.

Requirements vary between countries and industries. Incorrect or incomplete certification can delay transactions or create unnecessary risk. Early clarity on what is required helps ensure documents are prepared and executed correctly.

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What does a notary do?

A notary public verifies identity, authority and execution of documents intended for use outside Australia. This includes confirming the capacity of directors, officers or authorised representatives, and ensuring documents have been properly signed in accordance with relevant requirements.

Notarial services may involve certifying corporate documents, witnessing execution of agreements, administering oaths and preparing documents for international use. Where required, documents may also need to be submitted for apostille or authentication through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

How we can help.

We support businesses with a range of notarial services, including:

Certifying corporate documents, resolutions and company extracts
Witnessing execution of contracts, deeds and powers of attorney
Verifying the identity and authority of directors and authorised signatories
Notarising documents for cross-border transactions and regulatory purposes
Assisting with apostille and authentication processes
Advising on jurisdiction-specific requirements and document preparation

Our approach is structured and detail-focused, ensuring documents meet the expectations of overseas authorities and counterparties.

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Managing process and timing.

Business notary requirements often sit within broader transactions or time-sensitive matters. Delays in certification can impact completion, funding or regulatory approvals.

We work with you to align notarial requirements with your timelines, ensuring documents are reviewed, executed and certified efficiently. Where additional steps are required, we can assist in coordinating the process to maintain momentum.

FAQ.

Common questions we hear.

Notary services are typically required when documents are being used overseas for transactions, corporate activities or regulatory purposes and must be formally verified to be accepted.
Common documents include company resolutions, certificates of incorporation, powers of attorney, contracts, deeds and documents required for foreign regulatory filings or transactions.
This depends on the document. Directors, company secretaries or authorised representatives may need to attend to sign documents and have their identity and authority verified.
In many cases, yes. An apostille or authentication may be required after notarisation, depending on the destination country. We can advise and assist with this process.
Notarisation can usually be completed promptly once documents and signatories are ready. Additional steps, such as apostille or authentication, will depend on the relevant authority and timeframe.
Where signatories are in different jurisdictions, the process can be coordinated so documents are executed and notarised correctly in each location. We can advise on the appropriate approach to ensure the final document is valid and accepted where it is to be used.

What our clients are saying about us.

Now that is great service! This has been a long and drawn out experience for us both, I can’t thank you enough for all the help and expertise you have afforded us. What a great team you have there, we can’t thank you enough.
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Perth
After my initial email to HHG asking whether they could assist with my issue I received a prompt reply. I had approached them for notarial services.I would recommend HHG to anyone seeking assistance with a legal matter, as things were explained clearly to me from the outset.
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Perth, Notary
Thank you for assisting at very short notice. The lawyers at HHG are highly competent and go out of their way to help. As a fellow lawyer, I would highly recommend.
R.J
Perth

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Our team of experienced lawyers operates from five locations across Perth and regional Western Australia. We’re local people who understand the area, backed by the expertise of one of WA’s most established firms. We take the time to listen, explain your options clearly, and guide you openly, providing reliable representation and quality advice at every step. Because every client deserves our full attention.

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