Business Details
Trusted Notary Services in Downtown Vancouver
At Yoshida Notary Public, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional notarial services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. With over two decades of combined experience in financial advisory and international trade, our founder Curtis Yoshida brings a wealth of expertise to every transaction. We specialize in real estate conveyancing, estate planning, and document authentication, serving both English and Japanese-speaking clients with precision and cultural understanding. Our downtown Vancouver location offers convenient access to Skytrain stations, and we provide mobile notary services for added flexibility.Every member of our team shares a commitment to professionalism, reliability, and personalized service, ensuring your legal documents receive the meticulous attention they deserve. Whether you require a simple affidavit or comprehensive estate planning, we combine technical proficiency with a client-centered approach to deliver trustworthy solutions. Our deep local connections and multilingual capabilities enable us to serve Vancouver's diverse community effectively. We maintain strict adherence to ethical standards while offering transparent pricing and clear communication throughout every engagement.
Services
Real Estate Notarization
Wills & Estate Planning
Powers of Attorney
Affidavits
Mobile Notary Services
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combined experience in financial advisory and international trade
- Fluent Japanese and English language capabilities
- Convenient downtown Vancouver location with mobile service options
- Specialized expertise in real estate and estate planning documentation
- Personalized service with cultural understanding and local knowledge
Services
Real Estate Notarization
We specialize in real estate conveyancing for property purchases, sales, and mortgage documentations. Our expertise ensures all legal requirements are met while protecting your interests. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of local property laws and streamlined processes that simplify complex transactions.
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate planning services include wills, power of attorney, and representation agreements. We help clients create legally sound documents that protect assets and ensure wishes are honored. Our approach balances legal precision with compassionate guidance during important life planning.
Powers of Attorney
We prepare customized power of attorney documents that grant trusted individuals decision-making authority. Our services ensure clear legal frameworks for financial and healthcare matters. Clients receive thorough explanations of legal implications and options.
Affidavits
We administer oaths and certify affidavits for various legal purposes. Our notarization process guarantees document authenticity and legal validity. Clients receive clear instructions for proper affidavit preparation and execution.
Mobile Notary Services
Our mobile services bring notarial expertise directly to clients' locations. This flexible option accommodates busy schedules and special circumstances. Additional fees apply for travel beyond our downtown core service area.
People
Curtis (Haruo) Yoshida
Notary Public
Former senior financial advisor with 9 years at a major Canadian bank and 4 years as account manager at an international trading firm. Fluent in English and Japanese, with extensive local business networks.
Questions
What notary services are available in Japanese?
We provide all services in both English and Japanese, including document translation assistance and culturally appropriate legal guidance.
Do you offer after-hours appointments?
Standard hours are Monday-Friday 8:30-18:00 and Saturday 10:30-14:30. Emergency appointments may be available with prior arrangement.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Vancouver's downtown core and Lower Mainland region, with mobile services available for additional travel fees.
How do I prepare for a will consultation?
Bring identification documents, asset information, and any existing estate planning documents. Consider family dynamics and specific wishes for asset distribution.
Can you notarize documents for international use?
Yes, we handle international document authentication with proper preparation and verification of specific country requirements.
What identification is required for notarization?
Valid government-issued photo ID (passport, driver's license) and secondary identification with signature are typically required for all notarial services.
Reviews (7)
Izzie McGrath
Jan 09, 2022
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After much struggle to find a notary who would do a hospital visit, we were fortunate to contact Curtis, who responded to our emergency situation quickly, professionally and with compassion for everyone involved. He was very informative and understanding, he really went above and beyond for us, easing the stresses on our family in a very trying time.
M. W.
Jan 03, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Curtis was always very quick to respond, professional and kind. He has a great attention to detail and I'm very grateful for his help. I would not hesitate in referring others to him. Thanks again Curtis for helping us out during the holidays with our Jan 5th deadline. We could not have done this without you :)
Curtis was always very quick to respond, professional and kind. He has a great attention to detail and I'm very grateful for his help. I would not hesitate in referring others to him. Thanks again Curtis for helping us out during the holidays with our Jan 5th deadline. We could not have done this without you :)
Marilouise Muller
Oct 03, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
I have used Curtis for a few of my Real Estate Transactions, he is always well organized and very thorough in his approach. I highly recommend him!
I have used Curtis for a few of my Real Estate Transactions, he is always well organized and very thorough in his approach. I highly recommend him!
Milos Andelkovi
Sep 26, 2021
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I'm very happy with Mr. Yoshida's services as Notary Public. Very professional, friendly and accommodating. Highly recommended.
Donna D.
Jan 26, 2021
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We needed a statutory declaration notarized. After a little bit of research to know what was around, I chose to go with Yoshida and am glad I did. I called ahead to make an appointment and Curtis said I could come that same day. Great! Because this was last minute and there was some urgency to what I needed notarized. My partner met me after work and we both walked over. Curtis was great and speedy. He asked us for two forms of ID and if we declare that what's written on the document to be correct. Stamp, stamp and we were done.
Curtis was so polite and engaged in some small talk with us
Curtis was so polite and engaged in some small talk with us
D. A.
Nov 10, 2020
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Go elsewhere for your real estate business. Use a law firm, not a notary. Only basic paperwork done. No checks or detailed work to ensure your interests. Was referred but never again. I was surprised my mortgage broker even referred him when we had a law firm previously. He may do good work on other stuff but conveyance isn't one of them.
Deer Li
Aug 01, 2020
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Mr. Yoshida is very professional and responsive. We had an urgent request for completion, several other notary firms declined our service request due to the tight time window. Mr. Yoshida took our assignment and acted promptly. Everything went smoothly, we met the deadline, thanks for Mr. Yoshida's work. I will definitely recommend Mr. Yoshida's notary service to my friends in future reference.
