Welcome to Legatee (v1.2 Current)
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This is the current version of our documentation.
Legatee is a secure, digital platform that helps you notarize documents in Nigeria without leaving your home. Whether you need an affidavit, a power of attorney, or other legal documents, we make the process fast, safe, and easy.
How it works in 4 easy steps
- Prepare: Get your document and ID ready.
- Setup: Create an account and verify your identity.
- Notarize: Upload your document, pay a small fee, and meet a licensed notary online.
- Complete: Download your legally notarized PDF document.
What can I do on Legatee?
- Get a Document Notarized: Connect with a licensed notary (a legal official) through a video call to witness your signature.
- Verify a Document: Use a QR code or a link to check if a document is authentic and hasn't been changed.
- Secure Storage: Keep all your important legal documents in one safe place online.
Need to define a term?
If you see a word or abbreviation you don't recognize, check our Glossary.
Ready to start?
Follow our step-by-step guides to get through the process:
- Setting Up Your Account: Create your profile and secure your account.
- How to Notarize a Document: A complete walkthrough of the upload and payment process.
- Joining a Video Session: What to expect during your live meeting with a notary.
- Verifying and Downloading: How to get your final document and prove it's real.
Important
This Help Center is designed to guide you through using the platform. It is not legal advice. If you have specific legal questions about your document, please talk to a qualified professional.