Notary Services

The City of New Berlin Clerk Department provides notary services only to New Berlin residents and strictly for documents that require a notary to confirm the identity of the person signing. Please review the information below to ensure your document meets our guidelines before scheduling an appointment.

Hours of Service:

  • Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Appointment Strongly Recommended: Contact the City Clerk Department at (262) 786-8610 to schedule an appointment.

What is a Notary Public?

A notary public is authorized by the Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions to serve as an impartial witness to specific types of document signing. They ensure only that signers are who they say they are, not the validity or content of the documents. 

When seeking notary services, please remember:

  • Bring a photo ID to verify your identity.
  • Sign the document in front of the notary. All signers must be present.
  • Prepare multiple copies if more than one notarized document is needed.
  • Witnesses are NOT provided by the City – you must bring your own, if required.
  • We cannot provide legal advice or assistance with document wording.

Documents We Cannot Notarize:

Please note that our notary services are limited, and we cannot assist with the following:

  • Foreign-language documents
  • Wills, living wills, living trusts, codicils, depositions, or related legal documents
  • Copies of birth certificates, death certificates, or marriage certificates
  • Deeds, mortgages, or real estate closing documents (these may require specialized knowledge beyond our scope)

Fee

Notary services are provided free of charge to City of New Berlin residents. 

Questions?

If you have questions about whether your document can be notarized, please contact the City Clerk Department at (262) 786-8610 before visiting.