Estate planning documents we notarize or witness
Wills, which need witnesses, and revocable living trust documents and trust certifications. Durable powers of attorney, Oregon advance directives, and HIPAA authorizations.
Deeds, including deeds that move a home into a trust and transfer on death deeds, plus affidavits and other estate documents your attorney prepares.
Which documents need a notary, witnesses, or both
Wills: Oregon requires at least two witnesses (ORS 112.235). A notary is not required for a will to be valid, so we provide independent witnesses.
Advance directives: they must be witnessed by at least two adults or notarized (ORS 127.515). We can do either.
Deeds: deeds of Oregon land are signed by the owners and acknowledged before a notary (ORS 93.410). A transfer on death deed must be notarized and recorded with the county before the owner's death, or it has no effect.
Trusts and powers of attorney: your attorney decides which pages need notarizing. Banks and county recorders often require notarized signatures even when a statute doesn't.
Signings at home, in the hospital, or in senior living
We come to homes, hospital rooms, hospice, and senior living communities in Beaverton, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Tigard, Portland, and nearby cities. Check the facility's visitor policy before booking.
Every signer must be alert, able to communicate, and signing willingly, with acceptable ID. If a signer seems confused or pressured, we can't complete the notarization, so talk with the attorney first if there is any question.
Working with your estate planning attorney
Many attorneys send clients to a notary for signings. We follow your attorney's signing instructions, bring the independent witnesses you need, and return or keep the originals the way your attorney directs.
How to plan your signing
Before the appointment, count how many signatures need notarizing and how many witnesses you need, and confirm every signer has a current photo ID. Keep the documents unsigned until we arrive.
We don't prepare legal documents
We are notaries, not attorneys. We can't write a will or trust, choose forms for you, explain what a document means, or advise you on your estate. For those questions, contact an estate planning attorney.
Signings in Washington State
We are commissioned in both Oregon and Washington, so we can notarize estate documents on either side of the river. Washington's requirements for wills and directives differ from Oregon's, so follow your attorney's instructions or your form's instructions for the state where the document will be used.
Country guides
Requirements depend on where your documents are going.
Prices for estate planning notary services
- Mobile notary visitTravel fee within 5 miles of our Beaverton office, in addition to notary fees. Beyond 5 miles, a mileage fee is added. Travel fees are not set by law, and we agree on them with you before the appointment.$90within 5 miles
- Mileage fee beyond 5 milesAdded to mobile notary and witness visits more than 5 miles from our Beaverton office.Quoted when you book
- Notary fee, OregonCharged per notarial act. This is Oregon's maximum notary fee.$10per signature and stamp
- Notary fee, WashingtonWashington's maximum for in-person notarial acts. Oregon acts are $10.$15per notarial act
- In-office witnessIndependent witness we hire for your appointment.$45per witness
- Mobile witnessIndependent witness we hire and bring to your location.$60per witness
- Witness signature$10each
Your total depends on the number of notarized signatures and witnesses, and a mileage fee is added beyond 5 miles of our Beaverton office. We quote the total before you book. See all prices.
Questions about estate planning notary services
Does a will need to be notarized in Oregon?
No. Oregon wills must be signed with at least two witnesses (ORS 112.235), but notarization isn't required for validity. We provide independent witnesses.
Can you come to a hospital, hospice, or senior living community?
Yes. We travel across the Portland metro, including Beaverton, Lake Oswego, West Linn, and Tigard. Check the facility's visitor policy first.
Can you notarize for a parent with memory problems?
Only if they are alert, understand what they are signing, and sign willingly. If there is any question about capacity, talk with their attorney before booking.
Does a transfer on death deed need to be notarized?
Yes. An Oregon transfer on death deed must be notarized and recorded with the county before the owner's death to take effect.
How much does an estate planning signing cost?
A mobile visit is $90 within 5 miles of our Beaverton office, plus $10 per notarized signature. A mileage fee is added beyond 5 miles. Independent witnesses are $60 each for mobile signings or $45 each in our office, plus $10 per witness signature. Ask your attorney how many signatures your documents need so we can quote the total.
Can you provide a medallion signature guarantee?
No. Medallion signature guarantees come from banks, credit unions, and brokerages, not notaries.
Do you write wills or trusts?
No. We are notaries, not attorneys, and can't prepare legal documents or give legal advice.
Can you handle a signing in Washington State?
Yes. Sarah is commissioned in both Oregon and Washington, so we can notarize in Vancouver and Clark County. Witness requirements differ by state, so tell us where you'll sign and we'll confirm what your document needs.
Notary and document services
Signing, witnessing, translating, and authenticating documents. Book them together and we coordinate the order.
- Notary Public Services
Notarization at our Beaverton office at $10 per signature, Oregon's maximum fee.
- Mobile Notary
We come to your home, office, hospital, or care facility to notarize signatures.
- Loan Signing Agent and Document Closings
Mobile loan document closings for title companies, escrow offices, and signing services.
- Witness Services for Wills, Advance Directives, and Powers of
Attorney
Independent witnesses for wills, advance directives, and powers of attorney.
- Form I-9 Verification for Remote Employees
We act as your authorized representative to examine documents and complete Section 2 of Form I-9.
- Apostille Courier Service (Document Authentication)
Private courier service that prepares and delivers your apostille requests to the right government office.
- New York Apostille Courier Service
Apostille courier service for New York documents, including the county clerk certification step.
- California Apostille Courier Service
Apostille courier service for California documents, handled from Oregon.
- Washington Apostille Courier Service
Apostille courier service for Washington documents, handled from Oregon.
- Corporate and Life Sciences Document Authentication
Apostille and authentication for FDA export certificates and corporate records used to register products and open entities abroad.
- Certified Spanish Translation and Document Translation
Certified Spanish to English translations of birth, marriage, and divorce records, plus other languages.
- Passport Photos
U.S., Canadian, and international passport and visa photos, printed or as a digital file.
Also used by title and escrow clients
Clients booking an estate signing often need these too.
Where we offer estate planning notary services
At our Beaverton office and by mobile appointment across the Portland metro area.
Last updated 2026-09-10