Services for Individuals
The following list is not exhaustive but includes matters of regular instruction to my notarial practice.
- Powers of Attorney (including, but not limited to the purchase and sale of overseas property and inheritances)
- Travel consents for minors
- Authentication of academic certificates and professional qualifications
- Foreign wills and administration of foreign estates
- Statutory declarations and affidavits
- Visa applications
- ID verification
- Overseas adoptions
For more information on the apostille, legalisation and embassy legalisation, please refer to Apostille and embassy legalisation.
Services for Businesses
My corporate clients include high street to large multinational companies, and I am always happy to attend your offices on request.
The following list is not exhaustive but includes matters of regular instruction to my notarial practice.
- UK Company documents – memoranda and articles of association; Certificates of Good Standing; Board resolutions and minutes; Insolvency statements.
- Business documents for overseas transactions – these can range from notarised letters and DBS certificates to export and shipping agreements; trademark disputes and applications to open overseas bank accounts.
- Powers of attorney
Google Rating
4.4
Based on 32 reviews
Emma Mitcham Notary Public notarysouthwest@outlook.com
4.4
beth jones
13:27 17 May 24
Emma was really friendly and helpful with the services I needed! She was very responsive and assisted with my service really efficiently , I would highly recommend 🙂
Suzi Quilter
12:15 09 May 24
Thank you Emma.Great service in next to no time.Really appreciate how efficient the process was.
Alejandra AdMotta
07:35 22 Apr 24
I called Emma 2 weeks ago, seeking a quote to notarize a document that I urgently need, initially she offered to do all the other needed procedures for me and was very friendly over that first call. However, after instructing me to send her an email with the information of what I needed I received no response for over a week, after I called her again to remind her she said I would receive a response in an hour or so. I received no response again for over a week, and the third time I called her she was not as polite as the first time…. She just told me to bare with in a condescending tone because she had a lot of work and said to me “you could try and look for other options but I am the only notary in the area that can do this so good luck with that”.It has now been a week again after that call in which she said she will call me to schedule an appointment and 0 response.This is a service that I would be paying for, so ai don’t appreciate feeling like I am being done a favor, furthermore I find her to be very unprofessional
Georgina Smith
09:03 06 Apr 24
I spoke with Emma last week regarding a personal matter. She was informative, polite, knowledgeable and priced very fairly. She even offered to visit me at my home. Thank you Emma for making a difficult time so much easier with your accommodating approach.
tatenda vhinyu
12:01 05 Apr 24
After initially reaching out to Emma to inquire about their services, I was instructed to send an email outlining my case. Despite promptly sending the email, I did not receive any acknowledgment of receipt. Upon following up the next day, I was informed that my email had been seen and that Emma would get back to me.However, despite numerous calls and follow-up emails, I have yet to receive a response. This lack of communication and follow-through is highly concerning and has left me feeling frustrated and disregarded.As a potential client seeking assistance, I expected a basic level of professionalism and courtesy in our interactions. It is disappointing to have been led to believe that my case was being considered, only to be met with silence and unanswered inquiries.
Mills
15:18 11 Mar 24
Emma was friendly, entertaining and put me at ease. I felt like I knew her already! She managed to fit me in at short notice and was quick and efficient. I would recommend Emma’s services to anyone and will be keen to use her again in future if needed.
Victoria Hermione Baker
15:32 24 Feb 24
Emma wasn’t able to help me with my requirement but what I did experience was someone that really tries, cares, and is incredibly thorough. During an incredibly frustrating and difficult time, she bought a ray of light that lit my path forward. I simply needed a statutory declaration and was being turned away from almost every solicitor in Exeter and surrounding areas. And after rejection after rejection I appreciated her candour, help, experience, and engagement.
Stig Thompson
09:19 30 Dec 23
Emma doesn't answer the phone or emails so I have no Idea If this company actually exists. I've been Trying to get in contact for days now but its impossible.
jacqueline glenning
12:52 24 Aug 23
Emma offers a first rate, professional, affordable and rapid service.She is friendly and approachable, providing a full explanation of complex legal issues in easily understandable terms.I was kept informed throughout making the whole process stress free.I cannot rate Emma highly enough.
Raz Mac
14:57 18 Aug 23
Really great service ! Thank you Emma for for fitting me in your busy schedule at short notice. I can now get my documents posted with no delays. Well Done! No wonder you are always busy. Very communicative and a great sense of humour made me feel completely at ease. Ray.
Ruan Louw
14:24 01 Aug 23
Poor. Poor. Poor. Just no contact after initial conversations. Cancelled an appointment hours before due to attend. Two weeks later and still no contact. Went elsewhere,
Tim DL
11:07 22 Jul 23
Thank you Emma,I had made a mistake on one of my documents and needed it notarized.Emma, who shoots up and down the M5 corridor in the south west from I believe Weston super mare down to Brixham, arranged to see me in the Forum, next to the Barnfield theatre Exeter.Quick and easy process, she lets you know what you need to bring and then made the process really easy.She is really personable and friendly.I would recommend and will go back to Emma in the future when I need another form notorized.Thank you for your time and expertise.👍
Eadwin Nyakweba
12:55 17 Jul 23
Welcoming in a professional way and friendly. I won’t hesitate to recommend Emma’s service
Nina Tahilyani
10:24 29 Mar 23
I needed to get notarised for our overseas property document. I called so many notaries and their prices were insane to travel. I called Emma and she was kind and very professional. I highly recommend her very affordable, definitely one of thee best notaries, she was also able to accommodate the requested hours and was so ever helpful. I would strongly recommend her services.
Philip Chantler
10:39 16 May 22
Emma was very accommodating - helping me turn around documents in super quick time as they were urgent. Highly recommended.
Carol H
16:07 11 May 22
An excellent service, when we needed urgent help, Emma was totally competent and reacted with the speed we needed, even emailing us on a Sunday evening.
Rophia Roseline Sanena
08:07 08 May 22
Excellent experience with everything well communicated and explained.
mark howard
13:49 06 May 22
Emma Mitcham provided us with a very prompt and efficient service to arrange for a document to be notorised and apostilled. I would recommend her as a notary without hesitation.
John Harrison
10:20 06 May 22
Slow response to our contact and lack of flexibility. Took our business elsewhere and enjoyed excellent service.
Ripples
20:35 24 Jan 22
Karen Griffin
09:54 14 Jan 22
At a time when it’s been very hard with the passing of my Sister Emma was a shining light of kindness, compassion and professionalism.I will always be grateful for the help under very difficult circumstances with a property abroad and advice with difficulties in the U.K. Priced competitively and always available.
Jaye Noble
12:04 19 May 21
In May 2021, upon receiving a job offer to teach at a university in China, I contacted several notaries in the Exeter area to begin the process of legalising my documents for the work permit. Of all the notaries who responded, Emma was the fastest and, more importantly, the most experienced with the process. She informed me straight away that the Chinese embassy have some special requirements, including:- all the documents need to be bound together with a ribbon- the application form needs to be completed digitally, but signed by hand- the documents need to be taken to the Chinese visa centre to be legalised in personEmma was able to give me a very reasonable quote, and answered all my questions, in person and via email, about the 3 stages of the legalisation process (notarization, FCDO apostille, legalisation by Chinese embassy). After taking scans, Emma returned my documents to me in less than 1 week, bound together with a ribbon and stamped as required, ready for me to send off to the FCDO for the apostille.If you are looking for a notary service to help you with documents for a foreign work permit or visa, I would not hesitate to recommend Emma for her vast experience, professionalism, and efficiency in this process. She is an invaluable person to have in your corner when trying to understand all of the legal jargon and complicated steps involved when applying for a work permit yourself. Thank you so much, Emma, I would not go anywhere else for notary services in future - the city of Exeter is lucky to have you!
Wendy
16:38 19 Feb 21
Emma is really friendly putting us at ease. Extremely professional in what she does. I would definately recommend Emma for any Notary business.
Howard Ostrer
15:41 12 Feb 21
A thoroughly professional service. Reassuring and maintained communication throughout. Thank you for all your assistance.
Caitsmr _
18:42 15 Dec 20
Emma is professional, friendly and made me feel very comfortable despite never having gone to a notary before. She is quick to respond to emails and has your best interests at heart. The process for getting my DBS apostilled was easy and stress free. I was kept up to date with progress along the way. Would highly recommend! Thank you Emma!
Trevor Fowler
14:29 28 Aug 20
Vida Comida
09:41 19 Feb 20
Emma was brilliant. She understood exactly what was required and had the skills and connections to deliver is super quick time. She even made sure that my solution was the most cost effective. Fantastic, thank you.
Laura Duringer
10:16 15 Oct 19
Thanks so much for all your help and guiding us through the minefield of notarisation of documents to work abroad! We will bear you in mind in the future and will be very happy to recommend you to anyone needing your services - you’ve been amazing!!
Keith Mucklow
14:00 02 Oct 19
Emma was very efficient and kept me abreast of progress from start to finish. When I engaged her she was aware that speed was of the essence in progressing paperwork and she did not disappoint. I would definitely recommend her to others requiring the services of a Notary.
Chris Goodwill
21:22 01 Oct 19
Emma responded efficiently to our requirement for notary services to sell a property abroad. She explained all matters in plain English and instilled assurance regarding the process and documentation. I would highly recommend her services.
Johnno Hills
12:35 01 Oct 19
Thank you Emma for your wonderful and professional service. Emma provided me with notary services relating to a power of attorney and could not have been more knowledgeable, sensitive and caring in her manner. Excellent expedited service with regular contact as to the progress of my request. I have already recommend her to others in need of notary services and wouldn’t hesitate to use Emma again. Many thanks.
Louise B.
12:08 01 Oct 19
I have no hesitation recommending Emma for her extremely helpful, professional and friendly manner
