FAQ — Sheikh Najam (Notary Public, Commissioner for Oaths & International Lawyer)

 

1. What notary services does Sheikh Najam offer?

Sheikh Najam provides full notary services in London, including notarisation of powers of attorney, certified copies, statutory declarations, affidavits, wills and probate documents, corporate documents (incorporation certificates, articles) and educational certificates. He also prepares bespoke notarial certificates, advises on apostille (FCDO) and embassy legalisation, and offers mobile on‑site notarisation.

 

2. Can he apostille or legalise documents for overseas use?

Yes. Sheikh Najam advises on and arranges apostille services under the Hague Convention and coordinates embassy legalisation where required. He prepares documents to meet foreign registry, bank and consular requirements and explains jurisdiction‑specific formalities.

 

3. Does Sheikh Najam provide mobile notary and same‑day appointments?

Yes. Based in Central London, he offers mobile notary visits, urgent and same‑day appointments by arrangement, and remote witnessing where authorised. Additional fees may apply for travel or out‑of‑hours bookings.

 

4. What is a Commissioner for Oaths and what services are provided?

As a Commissioner for Oaths (England & Wales), Sheikh Najam administers oaths, witnesses affidavits and statutory declarations, and certifies sworn statements for use in UK and international proceedings. He ensures declarations comply with procedural requirements for courts, tribunals, conveyancing and probate.

 

5. Who are typical clients for the notary and commissioner services?

Clients include private individuals, HNW clients, family offices, solicitors, in‑house legal teams, trustees, companies (UK and international), banks and embassies needing certified documents for cross‑border transactions, immigration, property and probate.

 

6. What identification and documents are required for notarisation?

Clients must provide original identity documentation (passport or UK photo ID), proof of address and the original documents to be notarised. For corporate notarisation, company registers, certified board minutes and evidence of authority may be required. Additional AML checks are carried out in line with regulatory obligations.

 

7. How much do notary services cost?

Fees vary by document type, complexity and urgency. Sheikh Najam offers transparent, fair fees agreed in advance including fixed prices for common notarial acts, and bespoke quotes for complex or international legalisation work. Contact for an exact quote.

 

8. What international private wealth services are provided?

As a STEP‑qualified international private wealth lawyer, Sheikh Najam advises on cross‑border estate planning, wills and probate, trust drafting and administration, powers of attorney, Court of Protection matters and tax‑sensitive succession planning for high‑net‑worth individuals and families. He coordinates with trustees, tax advisers and overseas counsel.

 

9. What international corporate law services are offered?

Sheikh Najam provides international corporate lawyer services including company formation UK and offshore, corporate structuring and governance, shareholder and joint‑venture agreements, post‑transaction warranty and indemnity advice, insolvency‑adjacent corporate issues and cross‑border restructuring. He works with tax counsel on transfer pricing, substance and reporting.

 

10. Do you assist with dispute resolution and ADR?

Yes. Sheikh Najam advises on negotiation, mediation, adjudication and arbitration for property, construction, corporate and commercial disputes, and can coordinate cross‑border dispute strategy with counsel and experts.

 

11. Can you notarise documents required for immigration and university applications?

Yes. He notarises degrees, diplomas, transcripts, sponsorship letters, consent to travel for minors and immigration affidavits, and can apostille or legalise documents for visa and professional recognition purposes.

 

12. How are documents certified for corporate transactions and M&A?

Sheikh Najam certifies corporate powers of attorney, board resolutions, certified copies of incorporation documents and director signatures, and issues bespoke notarial certificates to meet overseas registry and banking requirements for M&A, financing and company formation.

 

13. How long does notarisation and apostille/legalisation take?

Standard notarisation is usually completed at the appointment. Apostille via the FCDO takes additional time (variable); embassy legalisation depends on the foreign mission’s processing times. Sheikh Najam provides timelines and can expedite where possible.

 

14. Is remote witnessing available?

Remote witnessing is available where permitted by law and the receiving authority. Sheikh Najam confirms legal validity and acceptance prior to remote execution and follows authorised procedures for video witnessing and electronic signature compliance.

 

15. How do I arrange an appointment or request a quote?

Contact via telephone, email or the online contact form with a brief description of documents, required service (notarisation, apostille, Commissioner for Oaths, legal advice), and preferred times. Sheikh Najam will confirm availability, fees and documentation checklist.

 

Contact & regulation

Sheikh Najam is regulated by the Faculty Office (Court of Faculties) of the Archbishop of Canterbury and is a member of The Notaries’ Society and STEP (TEP). For further enquiries or to book a consultation, contact Sheikh Najam using these contact details Contact.