No matter your circumstances – whether you’re a student, an employee, single, or married – navigating through legal procedures involving various documents is inevitable.
For instance, providing an affidavit for a divorce proceeding demands a sworn written statement, essentially serving as an oath. Such documents, coupled with witness statements, play a crucial role in court proceedings to establish the authenticity of certain claims. Similarly, obtaining attested copies of educational documents becomes imperative for immigration purposes.
At Duensing Law, based in Toronto, we serve as a Commissioner of Oaths and a Notary Public. Our services encompass attesting important documents, certifying true copies, and administering oaths and affirmations.
Matthias Duensing understands the importance of seamless execution in these processes, ensuring your legal needs are met without any hurdles.
Who is Eligible to Make an Affidavit?
To make an affidavit, one must be at least 18 years old and possess the mental capacity to comprehend the gravity of the oath being taken. The content of the affidavit should reflect the personal knowledge of the individual making the statement.
Understanding the Role of a Notary Public
A Notary Public acts as an official witness when contracts, agreements, and similar legal documents are being signed or executed. They also certify true copies of original documents. In Ontario, notaries are regulated by the Notaries Act.
In addition to the aforementioned services, a Notary Public holds the authority to administer solemn affirmations, declarations, and oaths, crucial for affidavits and statutory declarations. Their qualifications enable them to:
- Administer oaths and take declarations for legal purposes.
- Witness and certify or authenticate signatures on documents impartially, preventing fraud or theft.
- Certify a document as a legal copy of the original.
Understanding the Role of a Commissioner of Oaths
In Canada, a Commissioner of Oaths is legally qualified, as per regional or provincial legislation, to administer declarations or affirmations on affidavits and other legal documents. In Ontario, Commissioners are regulated by the Commissioners For Taking Affidavits Act.
Commissioners of Oaths affirm that the oath, affirmation, or declaration was administered correctly. Their services typically include:
- Commissioning oaths for affidavits.
- Commissioning solemn declarations for statutory declarations.
- However, unlike a Notary, a Commissioner cannot certify true copies of original documents.
At Duensing Law, we serve as both a Notary Public and Commissioner of Oaths in Toronto. We understand the intricacies involved in handling your legal documents and leverage our experience to guide you through the process.
Do you require notarization of a document or the administration of an oath, affirmation, or declaration? Contact Duensing Law today.
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