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Notary Public Melbourne
Certifying Documents Across Borders with Legal
Precision
Our Notary Public, Misko Vujnovic, is a Senior Australian legal practitioner appointed by the Supreme Court of Victoria. We verify, certify, witness, and prepare documents for international use, including for immigration, business, property, and academic purposes.
Notary Public Services
Required for legal, commercial, academic and migration documents used overseas.
VCAT is intended to serve as a lower cost, informal alternative to Court It is a low-cost, less formal tribunal for resolving civil, administrative and regulatory disputes in Victoria.
Requires prompt legal advice to avoid self-incrimination or worsening outcomes.
Involves confirming the identity and capacity of signatories and authenticating original documents.
Must be performed by a Notary Public — a solicitor specifically appointed to this role by the Supreme Court.
Why Choose Our Notary Public in Melbourne
We provide:
- Same-day or next-day appointments available.
- Notarisation of all document types for all countries.
- Multilingual support ( Croatian, Bosnian, Serbian)
- Guidance on Apostille and consular legalisation.
- Convenient location with free parking in Bentleigh.
We serve clients from East Brighton, Brighton, Cheltenham, Hampton, Oakleigh, Chadstone, Clayton, Carnegie, Bentleigh and beyond — with multilingual support in Greek, Croatian, Bosnian and Serbian.
Signs You Need a Criminal Lawyer
1. You’ve Been Contacted by Police
2. You’ve Been Charged or Summoned
3. You’re Due in the Magistrates’ or County Court
• Plea hearings
• Contested hearings
• Bail applications
• Intervention order matters
• Appeals
4. You Need to Minimise Penalties or Avoid Conviction
• Diversion programs (no conviction)
• Adjourned undertakings
• Good behaviour bonds
• Fines without conviction
• Section 10A dismissals
We focus on reducing charges, protecting your record, and minimising court outcomes.
5. You Need an Apostille or Legalisation
We guide you through this and can assist with document preparation for submission to:
• Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
• Relevant embassy, high commission or consulate
• Foreign courts or authorities
Our Notarial Process
Appointment & Document Review
Identity Verification
You bring a valid photo ID (passport or driver’s licence). We confirm your identity and legal capacity to sign.
Document Execution & Certification
We witness your signature (if needed), prepare the notarial certificate, and affix our embossed notarial seal.
Apostille or Legalisation (if applicable)
We guide or assist you with DFAT Apostille processing or embassy submission if required by the receiving country.
Delivery or Collection
Your documents are ready for pickup or dispatch — often on the same day, depending on complexity.
Why Kelly & Chapman for Notary Service in Melbourne
Our Notary Public, Misko Vujnovic, is:
Formally appointed by the Supreme Court of Victoria
Clear, reliable, and fast, with transparent fees
Recognised for certification in all Hague Convention and non-Hague Convention countries
Multilingual and culturally sensitive
Highly experienced in foreign jurisdiction document requirements
Documents We Commonly Notarised
- Powers of attorney for India, Greece, Italy, Lebanon and other countries
- Academic transcripts, testamurs, qualifications
- Passports, birth/marriage/death certificates
- Affidavits and statutory declarations
- Citizenship, visa and immigration documents
- Court orders and legal documents for use overseas
- ASIC company extracts, certificates, and resolutions
- Export and shipping documentation
- Letters of invitation or consent to travel
- Personal or corporate agreements
- Certified copies of identity documents
What Our Clients Say
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Susan Gale-Phillips has provided me and my family with conveyance services twice in the past one year and reviewed numerous contracts for us. She is very responsive, professional and easy to communicate with. Susan always bring up key issues for our attention and provides very helpful advices. We are very lucky to have Susan and our property purchase has been very smooth because of her.
Ellen Tao
July 3, 2024 -
Very professional. Thanks.
fahimeh saleh
February 17, 2026 -
Brilliant services for our family and businesses Highly recommend
Digital Attraction
April 24, 2026 -
Today the cycle of buying and selling was completed. We were recommended to Kelly and Chapman by a friend who said that Susan and Laiany are the most competent team to handle the conveyancing for a purchase and sale. Throughout the process of buying and selling we were always kept updated and fully informed. When selling potential purchasers were requesting special conditions along with various requests. The recommendations in answer to these from both Susan and Laiany were always sound and relevant in safeguarding our interests. Laiany and Susan are the hardest working conveyancing team we have come across in the many property transactions we have been involved in over the years. We can highly recommend them if you require a conveyancer. Thank you Susan and Laiany
Michael Lewit
May 16, 2025 -
Laiany Pinto was great to work with; expertise & through updates were appreciated and made the sale process smooth. Couldn't recommend her services anymore!
Spratty 18
May 3, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions About Notarial Services
What’s the difference between a JP and a Notary Public?
A Justice of the Peace (JP) certifies documents for use within Australia. A Notary Public certifies documents for use internationally and has additional authority recognised overseas.
Do I need an Apostille after notarisation?
Can I email you my document for notarisation?
How long does notarisation take?
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