A notary public is often required for important financial documents including mortgage closing documents, property deeds, personal loan documents and credit documents.
Legal Documents
Some legal documents require notarized signatures including wills, trusts, advance directives, executorships, custody and guardian agreements, power of attorney, and court documents.
Business Documents
Important business documents can require a public notary. These documents include articles of incorporation, vendor contracts, commercial lease documents and business loan documents.