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General Questions

Frequently asked questions

FAQ for Notary work

No — I am not an attorney and therefore cannot provide legal advice or help prepare or interpret documents. My role is to verify identity, witness signatures, and notarize documents in compliance with New York State law.

If you need assistance choosing or completing legal documents, please contact a licensed attorney or the document’s issuing agency before scheduling your notarization.
Have a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID and a stable internet connection.
Documents requiring a jurat must be signed during the session in the notary’s presence. Documents containing an acknowledgment may be signed beforehand if permitted by law, but must still be acknowledged and notarized during the appointment.
Once booked, you’ll receive a secure video link to join your session.
In-person appointments are limited to loan signings and select estate packages that require original documents.
Most general notarizations are completed online through a secure remote notarization platform.
Only loan signings and estate packages are done in person. Everything else is completed online. A secure link will be sent to you.
Yes — as long as I’m physically in New York during the session, clients can sign from anywhere nationwide.

FAQ for Wedding Officiate

Yes. I am legally authorized to officiate weddings in New York State as an ordained minister and registered wedding officiant. I am able to officiate weddings throughout New York State except within New York City. NYC requires officiants to be registered with the City Clerk to performing a ceremony. At this time, I do not perform ceremonies within the five boroughs of NYC.
I offer non-religious and secular ceremonies only.
My ceremonies are modern, personal, and focused on your relationship — without religious readings, prayers, or faith-based language. If you’re looking for a meaningful ceremony that feels authentic and comfortable, I’m happy to help.
Yes. I work with couples to customize their ceremony and can offer guidance or templates for writing vows, readings, and ceremony structure.
After the ceremony, I complete and return the marriage license to the same clerk’s office that issued it, within the required five business days.
I primarily serve the Hudson Valley, including Orange, Ulster, Sullivan, Rockland, and parts of Sussex County. Extended travel outside these areas may be available for an additional fee.
I always arrive early and build a short grace period into my schedule. If there’s a significant delay beyond the reserved time, an additional fee may apply, but I always do my best to keep things smooth and stress-free.
Yes — I love intimate and spontaneous weddings! As long as you have your valid New York marriage license, I can officiate with short notice when my schedule allows.
Rehearsals are optional and available as an add-on. They’re especially helpful for larger weddings or for couples who want to practice timing and cues ahead of the ceremony.
A non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date, with the remaining balance due before the ceremony. An invoice and confirmation will be provided once details are finalized.

Why People Choose Hilaire Notary

– Online and same day notarization appointments
– Licensed, commissioned, and ordained in New York
– Serving the Hudson Valley with speed and convenience

Hi, I’m Kiara Hilaire, the creator behind

Hilaire Notary Services.

I’m a New York Notary Public, Remote Online Notary, Certified Loan Signing Agent through the National Notary Association (NNA), and ordained Wedding Officiant through American Marriage Ministries (AMM). I built this business to help people make life’s most meaningful moments official — whether it’s signing a document, or helping to complete a cermony.

From notarizing important legal documents to standing with couples as they promise forever, I approach every moment with professionalism, warmth, and heart. Every signature carries meaning — and I’m honored to help people mark those milestones with clarity and ease.

Hilaire Notary Services is more than a business — it’s a promise. Whether it’s notarizing or officiating, I’m here to help you make the process go smooth — one signature at a time