James Bowyer L L B Notary Public

James Bowyer LL.B. was appointed as a Notary Public in 1989. He worked as a solicitor for many years. The practice is concerned with the verification of documents and information to be used in other countries. Clients include those with business or property overseas or involved in litigation in foreign courts. Notaries form an independent branch of the legal profession. Notaries have the powers of a Commissioner for Oaths.

People requiring documents certified for use outside the UK, frequently with little time to spare, describe James Bowyer as professional, efficient and approachable from first contact to completion. Several reviewers mention that he sets out each stage of the notarial process in plain language, which proves particularly reassuring for clients who have limited legal knowledge or who arrive unsure what certification entails.

A point that comes up often is the pace of his replies, with email questions answered promptly and appointments found at short notice, including for those who needed paperwork finalised quickly for a property transaction overseas. Customers repeatedly note that he is knowledgeable, personable and straightforward to deal with, and that he works carefully through every document rather than hurrying. The service is described as discreet, understanding and reasonably priced, with difficulties simply not arising in most accounts.

Those who were initially anxious about having documents certified say his calm, detailed guidance put them at ease, and instructions were followed stage by stage until the matter was concluded. Praise centres on thoroughness, clear communication and a friendly manner that makes a formal legal procedure feel uncomplicated, with certification for foreign property matters standing out as a frequent example of the work undertaken.