Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Notary Services in Chilliwack, BC
Waal & Co & Co Notary Public has served Chilliwack and surrounding areas for over 25 years, providing professional legal services tailored to life's critical moments. Our team of certified notaries specializes in real estate conveyance, wills and estate planning, and power of attorney documentation. With offices in Chilliwack and Agassiz, we combine deep local knowledge with technical expertise to ensure accurate execution of legal documents.Our practice emphasizes prompt personal service, maintaining strict compliance with provincial regulations while prioritizing client understanding and peace of mind. We invest in continuous professional development to maintain our position at the forefront of notarial practice in British Columbia.
Services
Real Estate Conveyance
Notarizations
Wills & Estate Planning
Power of Attorney
Executorships
Statutory Declarations
Document Attestations
International Document Authentication
Builder's Liens
Property Security Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of specialized notary experience in the Fraser Valley
- Our team maintains active membership in the Society of Notaries Public of BC
- We provide comprehensive document preparation with clear client education
- Our dual office locations serve both urban and rural communities effectively
- We guarantee accurate execution of legal documents with personal oversight
What people say
Professional service
Clear explanations
Efficient processing
Knowledgeable staff
Accurate documentation
Services
Real Estate Conveyance
We handle complete property transfer documentation for residential, commercial, and agricultural real estate transactions. Our services include title searches, mortgage preparation, and fund disbursement coordination. We ensure compliance with BC Land Title Office requirements while protecting buyer and seller interests throughout the conveyancing process.
Notarizations
Our notaries authenticate signatures and verify document integrity for legal and international documents. Services include affidavit witnessing, certified true copies, and travel document verification. We maintain strict identification protocols to ensure document validity while explaining all contents clearly to signatories.
Wills & Estate Planning
We create comprehensive wills and estate plans to ensure asset distribution according to client wishes. Our services include executor designation, guardianship planning, and estate tax considerations. We provide clear guidance through BC's legal requirements while maintaining confidentiality and long-term document security.
Power of Attorney
We prepare customized power of attorney documents for financial and legal decision-making. Our services include capacity assessments, scope definition, and co-attorney coordination. We ensure documents meet BC legal standards while clearly explaining implications for both grantor and appointed representatives.
Executor Services
We provide professional executor support for estate settlement processes. Our services include probate applications, asset distribution, and tax compliance management. We guide executors through complex legal obligations while maintaining transparent communication with all beneficiaries throughout the administration process.
People
Brad Waal
Notary Public
Brad Waal & Co & Co has served as a certified notary public in Chilliwack since 1995, specializing in real estate transactions and estate planning. He maintains active membership in the Society of Notaries Public of BC.
Heather Waal
Notary Public
Heather Waal & Co & Co brings extensive experience in legal document preparation and client consultation. She has specialized training in international document authentication and serves as a key contact for cross-border transactions.
Jennifer Vance
Senior Conveyancer
Jennifer Vance manages complex property transactions with over 15 years of experience in BC's real estate conveyance processes. She specializes in commercial property transfers and mortgage refinancing documentation.
Questions
Do I need a notary for real estate transactions?
Yes, notaries handle title searches, document preparation, and fund transfers for property purchases and sales in BC.
What identification is required for notarization?
Bring government-issued photo ID and a secondary document like a care card or credit card for verification.
How long does will preparation take?
Two appointments spaced one to two weeks apart are required for proper estate planning and document review.
Can I create a power of attorney for international use?
Yes, we prepare and authenticate documents for legal recognition in foreign jurisdictions.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Chilliwack, Agassiz, Hope, Abbotsford, and surrounding Fraser Valley communities.
