Restharrow Solicitors is now closed. Only Notary Services are available.

Welcome to Rest Harrow Notaries

Welcome to Rest Harrow Notaries

H.C.S Perera (Hettiachchige Chulani Sudharman Perera) is our Qualified Notary Public Lawyer. We offer a range of notarial services at competitive prices with flexible appointment times. We prepare, certify, and authenticate documents for global use, ensuring quick and cost-effective service. Our notarial practice is regulated by the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Our head office is in Mitcham Town Centre, making it accessible by car, train, or bus. Contact us today if you need our services. We serve Surrey and Greater London, including Mitcham, Morden, Tooting, Streatham, Wimbledon, Sutton, and more.

The Role of a Notary

A Notary Public, also referred to as a ‘Notary’, is a member of the oldest branch of the legal profession in England & Wales. The notary ensures that your documents are valid in foreign countries by checking the identity, capacity, and authority of the person signing the document. Once satisfied, the notary issues a notarial seal or certificate. The notary’s primary duty is to the document itself, which requires a high standard of care as foreign governments rely on these acts.

Notarial Public Services

  • Certifying documents for use abroad
  • Drawing up and witnessing Powers of Attorney for use abroad
  • Assisting with the purchase or sale of properties abroad
  • Certification of copy documents
  • Obtaining an apostille from the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury

About Me

H.C.S. Perera is a qualified notary public, providing legal services with fairness and equity in mind. I have been practicing law for over 15 years in various fields such as Conveyancing, Corporate Law, and Immigration. I also hold qualifications as a solicitor and a barrister. Additionally, I practice law in Sri Lanka and hold the office of Justice of the Peace (All Island).

Data Protection

Notaries are data controllers and must comply with the Data Protection Act 2018. This includes obligations around the collection and retention of personal data, including sensitive data and criminal records.

Terms & Regulation

Prices for our services vary depending on the work required. A fixed fee is provided whenever possible. Some documents may require legalisation, such as obtaining an apostille or further embassy legalisation, which may incur additional fees.

Code of Practice

Notaries are appointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury and regulated under the Legal Services Act. This Code of Practice provides guidance on key areas of notarial services, such as Transparency, Anti Money Laundering, Complaints, and Record Keeping.

Complaints

If you are dissatisfied with the service, please contact me directly. If unresolved, you can escalate the complaint to the Notaries Society or the Legal Ombudsman.

Legal Ombudsman

If still dissatisfied, you may contact the Legal Ombudsman within six months of the complaint resolution process.