Hugh Phelan Solicitor | Douglas, Cork
Professional notarisation, apostille and legal document services in Douglas, Cork
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A Notary Public in Ireland is a qualified solicitor who has been appointed by the Chief Justice to authenticate and certify documents for use abroad. The role of a Notary Public is distinct from that of a regular solicitor — they are specifically authorised to certify documents for international use.
| Function | When Required |
|---|---|
| Notarises signatures on documents | Foreign property purchase, POA abroad |
| Certifies true copies of documents | Passports, degrees for use abroad |
| Prepares documents for apostille | All Hague Convention countries |
| Authenticates corporate documents | Company registration abroad |
| Witnesses sworn affidavits | Legal proceedings, applications abroad |
While all Notaries Public are solicitors, not all solicitors are Notaries Public. A Notary Public has the specific authority to certify documents for international use. If you need documents for use abroad, you specifically need a Notary Public, not just any solicitor.
You need a Notary Public when you need Irish documents recognised abroad — whether for employment, immigration, property purchase, business registration, or legal proceedings in another country.
Professional notarisation, apostille and legal document services in Douglas, Cork
📞 021-489-7134 Request Appointment →Douglas, Cork, Ireland | Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm