Terms of Use
Effective Date: 09 May 2025
Welcome to Shah Notary & Apostille Services. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, services, and related content (collectively, the “Services”). By engaging with our Services, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully.
Who We Are
Professional Notary & Apostille Services
Shah Notary & Apostille Services provides professional notary and apostille services, delivering document authentication and related support for individuals and businesses. We operate in full compliance with state and federal regulations. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice.
Eligibility
Who Can Use Our Services
To use our Services, you must be at least 18 years old and legally competent to enter into binding agreements. By using our Services, you affirm that you meet these requirements.
Use of Services
Responsible and Lawful Use
You agree to use our Services responsibly and lawfully, in compliance with all applicable laws. Prohibited actions include:
Misrepresenting your identity or the purpose of your documents.
Submitting fraudulent, forged, or altered documents.
Interfering with the security or operation of our Services.
Accessing the site with automated systems (bots, scrapers) without prior authorization.
No Legal Advice
Your Responsibility
Our Services are limited to notary and apostille processing. We do not review the legal sufficiency, accuracy, or completeness of your documents. You are responsible for ensuring your documents comply with legal requirements. For legal guidance, consult a licensed attorney.
Payments and Refunds
Payment Terms
Payment is due at the time of service, unless otherwise agreed. Refunds are provided only if:
We are unable to complete your requested service due to our error.
For details on cancellations, reschedules, and other payment-related policies, please see our Booking & Cancellation Policy.
Turnaround and Delivery
Timing & Planning
We aim to meet all promised turnaround times. However, exact delivery dates cannot be guaranteed due to factors beyond our control, such as government office delays, shipping carriers, or incomplete client documentation. We will keep you informed, but we recommend planning ahead.
Limitation of Liability
Our Responsibilities
While we strive for exceptional service, Shah Notary & Apostille Services is not liable for:
Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
Delays or failures caused by third parties (couriers, government offices, etc.).
Errors due to incorrect or incomplete information provided by clients.
Our total liability for any claim arising from the Services is limited to the amount you paid for the specific service.
Privacy
Your Information
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Intellectual Property
Our Content
All content on this site — including text, logos, images, and design — is the property of Shah Notary & Apostille Services or its licensors. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited.
Changes to Terms
Keeping You Informed
We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of our Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. Please check this page regularly.
Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
Legal Matters
These Terms are governed by the laws of New Jersey, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Services will be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), conducted in New Jersey, USA. Judgment on the award may be entered in any court with jurisdiction.
You and Shah Notary & Apostille Services agree:
To waive the right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action.
That each party bears its own arbitration costs, unless otherwise determined by the arbitrator.
That either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in court to prevent immediate harm.
Contact Us
Get in Touch
For questions about these Terms or our Services, please use our Contact Form.