Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Notary Public in Chilliwack
For over 25 years, we have provided legal support services in real estate law and personal planning to clients in Chilliwack and the Lower Mainland. Our founder completed a Master of Applied Legal Studies degree through Simon Fraser University and received five of six awards for high marks on statutory examinations. We specialize in guiding clients through major life transitions such as property transactions, estate planning, and personal affairs management. Our practice combines traditional legal rigor with modern technologies to deliver accessible, affordable services. We operate with core values of honesty, integrity, and reliability, treating every transaction with the same care as if it were our own.With expertise in conveyancing, estate planning, and notarization services, we help clients avoid potential legal pitfalls before they occur. Our commitment to continuing education ensures we remain at the forefront of legal developments affecting our clients. We provide personalized attention through a small-firm setting while maintaining the professionalism of larger practices. Our services address both routine and complex legal needs, including residential/commercial real estate transfers, will preparation, and international document authentication. We pride ourselves on clear communication, prompt responses, and empathetic service delivery.
Services
Conveyancing
Estate Planning
Personal Planning
Notarizations
Wills Preparation
Powers of Attorney
Representation Agreements
Affidavits
Statutory Declarations
Lease Assignments
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in real estate and personal planning law
- Our founder holds a Master of Applied Legal Studies degree
- We received 5 of 6 awards for highest examination marks in our field
- We combine traditional legal expertise with modern technological efficiency
- Our core values ensure honest, reliable service for every transaction
Services
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial real estate transfers, mortgages, and related documentation. Our expertise ensures smooth property transactions with proper title verification and lien clearance. We guide clients through purchase, sale, and refinancing processes while maintaining compliance with British Columbia's Torrens land registration system.
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate planning services include will creation, power of attorney designation, and advance directives. We help clients establish clear succession plans to protect assets and ensure family peace of mind. We specialize in creating legally valid documents that reflect clients' specific wishes and comply with current legislation.
Personal Planning
We provide representation agreements and power of attorney documents to prepare for future incapacity. Our services help clients designate trusted individuals to manage financial and healthcare decisions. We offer tailored solutions for different life circumstances, including specialized planning for high-risk professions and international travel requirements.
Notarizations
We authenticate signatures on various legal documents including affidavits, travel consents, and international agreements. Our services include certified true copies, insurance declarations, and invitation letters for foreign travel. We ensure all notarizations meet legal requirements for domestic and international use.
Wills Preparation
We create legally binding wills that ensure proper asset distribution according to clients' wishes. Our service includes executor designation, guardianship planning, and tax-efficient strategies. We help clients update wills following major life events while ensuring compliance with British Columbia's Wills, Estates and Succession Act.
People
Jacqueline Tait
Notary Public
With over 25 years of legal experience, Jacqueline completed her Master of Applied Legal Studies degree in 2012 and received five of six awards for highest examination marks. She specializes in real estate law and personal planning, combining traditional legal expertise with modern technological efficiency to serve Chilliwack residents.
Questions
What Notary services do you specialize in?
We specialize in real estate conveyancing, estate planning, will preparation, power of attorney documents, and international document notarization for Chilliwack residents.
How can I prepare for an estate planning meeting?
Gather financial documents, consider executor candidates, and think about asset distribution preferences before our meeting to create a comprehensive estate plan.
Do I need a will if I'm young and healthy?
Yes, everyone over 19 should have a will to ensure asset distribution according to their wishes and appoint trusted decision-makers in case of unexpected events.
What identification do I need for notarization?
Bring two ID pieces including government-issued photo ID (like a driver's license) and another document such as a care card or credit card for verification.
Can you help with property transfers?
Yes, we handle residential and commercial real estate transfers, mortgages, and related documentation while ensuring proper title verification and legal compliance.
What are your office hours?
Our office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM for all Notary services and client consultations.
Reviews (4)
Shannon Babcock
Oct 29, 2021
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As a long time realtor in the Chilliwack area, I highly recommend Jacqueline Tait for real estate conveyancing. She has handled at least 5 transactions for me personally, each time without a hitch. I have referred many clients to her office over the years with confidence, knowing she will provided exceptional service.
Joyce Scott
Jan 14, 2021
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Jacqueline handled my will in a very professional manner. Everything was fully explained to me in a way I could understand. All the other staff were very friendly and polite. Beautiful office to visit. I highly recommend her and will definitely use her office again.
Jeff Dickey
Jul 14, 2020
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The Jacqueline Tait Notary team has been very knowledgeable, timely and professional with all my personal and business needs. Would highly recommend to my friends and family or anyone looking for exceptional notary serviceable
Sarah Sovereign
Jun 29, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I couldn't recommend using Jacqueline Tait more - during a stressful time with a ton of paperwork to go through, Amy was incredibly helpful, professional and so kind with us as we navigated unfamiliar territory. I'm so grateful we decided to go with them as it made this entire process kinder.
I couldn't recommend using Jacqueline Tait more - during a stressful time with a ton of paperwork to go through, Amy was incredibly helpful, professional and so kind with us as we navigated unfamiliar territory. I'm so grateful we decided to go with them as it made this entire process kinder.
