Diana Smalley Notary Public is a professional notarial practice based in Cockermouth, Cumbria, specializing in preparing, witnessing, and certifying documents for use abroad. The firm stands out for its comprehensive service, which includes necessary legalisation at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and foreign embassies and consulates, and for offering fixed fees on simple matters with no VAT charges.
The practice is regulated by the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury and emphasizes thorough verification of client identity, capacity, and intention to meet international legal requirements. Diana Smalley offers transparent pricing, with an hourly rate of £150 for complex matters and a minimum fee of £125, ensuring clarity and reliability for individuals and businesses requiring documents for overseas use.
Services Offered
- Notarization of documents for use abroad
- Preparation of documents for international use
- Witnessing signatures on documents
- Certification of documents
- Legalisation of documents at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
- Legalisation of documents at foreign embassies and consulates
- Identity verification services
- Capacity and intention verification for signatories
Services are available to clients across Cumbria and the wider north west region, catering to both individual and business needs for international document authentication.
