When your documents need to be recognised overseas, you need proper legal certification backed by the authority of a Notary Public. At Costanzo Lawyers, we provide professional notarial services in Melbourne to individuals and businesses requiring documents verified for international use.
A Notary Public is a senior legal professional authorised to verify, witness, and certify documents for international use. Unlike a Justice of the Peace, a Notary’s seal and signature are officially recognised in foreign countries.
Our principal, Frank Costanzo, is an experienced Solicitor and Notary Public whose signature and notarial seal are registered with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). This enables clients to obtain an Authentication or Apostille Certificate if required.
A Notary Public can:
We ensure every notarial act is handled with accuracy, legality, and efficiency. We offer a full range of notarial services in Melbourne, designed to meet international standards and requirements. All services are provided by appointment for accuracy, confidentiality, and convenience.
Visit any of our offices for in-person notarisation of your documents. Locations include Melbourne CBD, Doncaster East, Lalor, and Coburg.
For added convenience, we provide a mobile notary service in Melbourne CBD by appointment. Our notary can attend your office or location to complete the required witnessing or certification.
For added convenience, we provide a mobile notary service in Melbourne CBD by appointment. Our notary can attend your office or location to complete the required witnessing or certification.
Common documents we handle:
Costanzo Lawyers Principal solicitor, Mr Frank Costanzo, is a registered Notary Public recognised by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). We take pride in offering transparent pricing, clear communication, and convenient access through our offices in the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs.
As a family-run law firm built on professionalism and integrity, we combine deep legal expertise with genuine personal service, ensuring every notarisation meets the highest international standards.
When you engage our notarial services, you can expect a clear, transparent, and efficient process.
A Justice of the Peace (JP) can certify documents for use within Australia. A Notary Public, however, has international authority. Documents certified by a JP are not valid overseas, while notarial acts are recognised globally.
If your documents are being sent overseas, some countries require an Apostille or Authentication Certificate from DFAT after notarisation. We’ll advise you on what’s needed based on your destination country.
No. Only lawyers specifically appointed as Notaries Public can perform notarial acts. Not all lawyers hold this qualification or have an official notarial seal registered with DFAT.
No. Post office certifications are only valid in Australia. For documents used overseas, notarisation by a registered Notary Public is required for recognition by foreign authorities.
Notarial fees depend on the document type and complexity. Costs vary between practitioners, so we always provide a transparent quote before your appointment. We’ll always discuss costs upfront so you know exactly what to expect, no hidden fees.
It’s best not to sign documents beforehand. The Notary Public must witness your signature in person to confirm identity and ensure proper legal execution.
Talk to Costanzo Lawyers to arrange an initial consultation with our Principal & Notary Public Mr Frank Costanzo. Schedule a meeting with us to discuss your needs by leaving your details and a short message below.