Your Trusted Notary Service Partner for Your Legal Document Signings
Meet Linda D. Rico - Notary Public
Hi my name is Linda D. Rico, Notary Public with BuenaVista Legal Signings.
I provide professional Notary services directly to you in the Lancaster-Palmdale-Santa Clarita-Burbank-Glendale-La Crescenta-Montrose Ca., areas.
Whether you need assistance at your office, hospital bedside, attorney’s office, cemetery coordination meeting or at your Real estate office, I make the signing process easy, comfortable, and convenient.
With extensive experience across a wide range of documents, I can notarize Powers of Attorney, Advance Healthcare Directives, Living Trusts, Wills, contracts, deed transfers, and much more.
Trusted-Patient-Convenient-Reliable-Notary Services.
Insurance Coverage: E&O $2M | Bonded
Linda D. Rico - California State Commissioned Notary Public.
NOTE: I am Not an attorney. I am not licensed to practice law in the State of California and cannot give legal advice. I cannot determine which notarial act you will need for your document. I cannot help you complete-or-explain the terms of your document. Contact your attorney or requesting agency for guidance.
Our Services
Hospitals, Nursing Facilities & Hospice Teams Rely on BuenaVista Legal Signings
Bedside & Home-Visit Service: We come directly to hospital rooms, skilled-nursing suites, or hospice residence—7 day availability for urgent situations and limited-mobility patients.
Compassion-Centered Approach: Compassionate and patient communication. We guide patients and families calmly through every signature.
HIPAA-Level Confidentiality: All PHI stays protected—sealed logs, strict document care and handling.
Rapid Turnaround on Critical Forms: Advance Health-Care Directives, Durable POAs, and DNR orders notarized the same day—helping physicians act quickly and legally.
Clear, bilingual Communication: Spanish-English service reduces misunderstandings and secures valid consent.
Estate-Planning Document Notarization
Secure. Compassionate. Meticulously Compliant.
Preparing Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, or Advanced Health-care Directives, is a deeply personal step—and every signature must stand up to future scrutiny.
At BuenaVista Legal Signings, we combine legal notary precision with a calm, client-first approach to ensure your estate-planning paperwork is: Verified & Witnessed Correctly- Handled with Confidential Care.
Acknowledgements & Jurats
Identity Verification: Multi-point ID checks Ensuring every signer is properly identified, protecting you from fraud or contestation.
State-Compliant Certificates: We complete the California wording for acknowledgements or jurats, preventing rejections by courts, recorders, and lenders.
Oath & Affirmation Guidance: For jurats, we administer the required verbal oath clearly and professionally, securing the document’s evidentiary value.
Immediate Scan-Backs & Seals: High-resolution Adobe PDFs sent within the hour to keep attorneys, title officers, and agencies on schedule.
Why Law Firms, Hospitals & Corporate Teams Choose BuenaVista Legal Signings
Mobile, Anytime Service: We travel to your office, hospital room, or closing table—early mornings, evenings, and weekends—so deadlines are met without shuffling schedules.
HIPAA-Level Confidentiality: Patient records and sensitive files stay protected; we follow strict HIPAA and privacy protocols at every step.
Attorney-Friendly Workflow: Same-day notarizations, meticulous journal entries, and instant document scan back.
Admin Relief & Cost Control: Free your administrative staff; pay only when you need a notary.
Partner with BuenaVista and give your team—or your patients and clients—the assurance that every signature is swift, secure, and fully compliant.
**Los Angeles County Jail Notarizations**
### Important Information Before Scheduling a Jail Notarization:
1. **Each Facility Has Different Procedures**: Each jail has its own rules based on its location, staff, and security level.
a. You should always contact the jail prior to contacting a Notary Public to ensure they allow visitors.
b. You should contact the inmate prior to the Notary's visit to the jail to ensure you have gone over why you are sending a Notary to them and what type of document they will be signing. Notaries are not responsible for going over documents with inmates. Notaries are not attorneys and cannot offer legal advice.
2. **Expect Long Wait Times**: Delays can happen because of facility lockdowns, staff shortages, or limits on visitations, which I cannot control. Wait times can be 30 minutes to 3 hours.
3. **Proper ID Is Required**: The inmate must have a jail wristband or a state-issued ID that matches the name on the document exactly. If there is any mismatch, I must decline the notarization by law.
4. **No Guarantees of Access**: Sometimes, we may not be able to complete the visit despite best efforts. This can occur at the facility's full discretion. This is beyond our control.
5. **Mobile Fees**: Please note that I will charge fees for my time, travel, and any attempted notarization, regardless of whether the signing is successful. Fees will apply if the inmate declines to sign or if the facility is unable to provide the inmate for any reason.
Frequently Asked Questions?
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Acceptable photo ID’s are listed below. The photo ID must not be expired or temporary.
Passport issued in the USA or any foreign country
Driver’s license issued in the USA, Mexico, or Canada
DMV-issued ID (including Senior ID) card issued in the USA
US military ID
California state, county, or city employee ID
Identification card issued by a federally recognized tribal government
NOTE: · A green card is not an acceptable form of ID
· For hospital facility visits, if the patient does not possess an acceptable form of ID, the patient or their family must arrange for two credible witnesses to be present at the time of the notary appointment. Each credible witness must provide an acceptable form of ID, identify the signing party under oath, and sign the notary journal.
Spanish - Español
A continuación se listan las identificaciones con foto aceptables. La identificación con foto no debe estar vencida ni ser temporal. Pasaporte emitido en EE. UU. o cualquier otro país. Licencia de conducir emitida en EE. UU., México o Canadá. Tarjeta de identificación emitida por el DMV (incluida la identificación para personas mayores) emitida en EE. UU. Identificación militar estadounidense.
Identificación de empleado del estado, condado o ciudad de California. Tarjeta de identificación emitida por un gobierno tribal reconocido por el gobierno federal.
NOTA: La tarjeta de residencia permanente no es un documento de identidad aceptable.
Para las visitas a centros hospitalarios, si el paciente no posee un documento de identidad aceptable, el paciente o su familia deben coordinar la presencia de dos testigos creíbles en el momento de la cita con el notary. Cada testigo creíble debe presentar un documento de identidad aceptable, identificar bajo juramento a la persona que firma y firmar el acta notarial.
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Review: All documents have the correct spelling of names and correct dates
Documents: Should be complete and un-signed (Signing is done in the presence of the Notary)
Documents: Should not have blank spaces (except where client signature is required & the notarization section)
All Signers: Need to be present if there are multiple signers involved with acceptable forms of ID.
Spanish - Español
Revisión: Todos los documentos tienen la ortografía correcta de los nombres y las fechas. Documentos: Deben estar completos y sin firmar (la firma se realiza en presencia del notary).
Documentos: No deben tener espacios en blanco (excepto donde se requiere la firma del cliente y en la sección de certificación notarial).
Todos los firmantes: Deben estar presentes si hay varios firmantes y presentar una identificación válida.
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Yes! We are bonded and E&O insured for $2Million.
Spanish - Español
¡Sí! Contamos con fianza y seguro contra errores y omisiones por 2 millones de dólares.
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A Notary Public is an impartial, state-commissioned official who helps prevent fraud by:
Verifying Identity – Confirms that the person signing a document is who they claim to be through reliable, government-issued photo ID.
Witnessing Signatures – Observes the signing to ensure it is voluntary and informed.
Administering Oaths & Affirmations – Gives the required verbal promise for sworn statements.
Completing the Notarial Certificate – Adds an official seal or stamp with the date, location, and signature, creating an indelible record accepted by courts, banks, and agencies.
In short, a notary serves as a trusted guardian of authenticity, giving documents the legal weight and credibility they need to stand up under scrutiny.
NOTE:I am Not an attorney. I am not licensed to practice law in the State of California and cannot give legal advice. I cannot determine which notarial act you will need for your document. You will need to contact your attorney or the requesting agency to determine which notarization is needed so that I can provide the correct notarial act.
Spanish - Español
Un Notary Public es un funcionario imparcial, comisionado por el estado, que ayuda a prevenir el fraude mediante:
Verificación de Identidad: Confirma que la persona que firma un documento es quien dice ser mediante una identificación con foto confiable emitida por el gobierno.
Atestiguación de Firmas: Observa la firma para garantizar que sea voluntaria e informada.
Administración de Juramentos y Afirmaciones: Emite la promesa verbal requerida para las declaraciones juradas.
Completar el Certificado Notarial: Agrega un sello o timbre oficial con la fecha, el lugar y la firma, creando un registro indeleble aceptado por tribunales, bancos y agencias.
En resumen, un Notary Public actúa como un guardián confiable de la autenticidad, otorgando a los documentos la credibilidad y el peso legal necesarios para resistir el escrutinio.
NOTA: No soy abogado. No tengo licencia para ejercer la abogacía en el estado de California y no puedo brindar asesoramiento legal. No puedo determinar qué acto notarial necesitará para su documento. Necesitará comunicarse con su abogado o la agencia solicitante para determinar qué certificación notarial es necesaria para que pueda proporcionar el acto notarial correcto.
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If the signer is not alert or coherent, the notarization cannot be performed. California law requires that the signer must be mentally aware, understand the nature of the document, and sign willingly. If the signer is under sedation , disoriented or lacks capacity at the time of notarization, I am legally prohibited from proceeding.
Spanish - Español
Si el paciente/firmante no está consciente o no está coherente, no se podrá realizar la notarización. La ley de California exige que el firmante esté consciente, comprenda la naturaleza del documento y firme voluntariamente. Si el firmante está sedado, desorientado o incapacitado al momento de la notarización, tengo prohibido legalmente proceder.
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Visits cannot always be guaranteed. There are times, despite the efforts of everyone involved, when a visit may not take place due to reasons determined by the correctional facility. These factors are beyond my control.
"Please note that all jail notarizations include a mobile service fee, regardless of whether the signing is completed. This covers travel, security check-in, coordination, and professional time on-site. If the inmate is unavailable, declines to sign, or the jail denies access, the notarization cannot proceed, but the travel and time fees will still apply.
Spanish - Español
Las visitas no siempre se pueden garantizar. A pesar de los esfuerzos de todos los involucrados, en ocasiones una visita podría no realizarse por razones determinadas por el centro cárceles. Estos factores escapan a nuestro control.
Tenga en cuenta que todas las notarizaciones en la cárcel incluyen una tarifa por servicio móvil, independientemente de si se completa la firma. Esta tarifa cubre el desplazamiento, el registro de seguridad, la coordinación y el tiempo de un profesional en el centro de cárceles. Si el recluso no está disponible, se niega a firmar o la cárcel le niega el acceso, la notarización no podrá continuar, pero se aplicarán los cargos por desplazamiento y tiempo.
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All concerns should be addressed directly with the notary first
Written complaints will receive response within 48 hours
Good faith efforts will be made to resolve any service issues.
Your satisfaction is our priority
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Cualquier inquietud debe ser abordada directamente con el Notary Public.
Las quejas por escrito recibirán respuesta en un plazo de 48 horas.
Se harán todos los esfuerzos posibles para resolver cualquier problema con el servicio.
Su satisfacción es nuestra prioridad.
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Deposit Amounts
Standard Deposit: $50.00 minimum deposit
After-hours/weekend services: $60.00
Note: A deposit is required to secure and schedule your notary appointment. This ensures your time slot is reserved and will be applied to your total fee. Deposits are non-refundable IF appointment is canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice or you are a no-show at the appointment time.
PAYMENT AND BOOKING TERMS
Deposit Payment
Deposits must be paid at time of booking to secure appointment
Accepted payment methods: Zelle/Cash /Square / Paypal
Appointments are NOT confirmed until deposit is received
Deposit will be applied toward final service fee
Appointment Confirmation
Verbal quotes are estimates only
Final pricing will be provided at appointment should you have additional documents or signatures that were not included in your original quote.
Client acknowledges receipt of this policy upon booking
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Cancellations by Client
24 hours before appointment: Full refund of deposit
No-show or cancellation after notary departure: No refunds.
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Zelle | Cash | Square | Paypal | Venmo
OFFICE HOURS
MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8:00AM-5:00PM
SATURDAY: BY APPOINTMENT
SUNDAY: CLOSED-BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT ONLY.
*Call when needed for urgent hospital notarizations*
What you should know
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Before Scheduling your Notary Appointment:
Review your documents for any errors or incomplete sections of the documents. If you have found any errors or incomplete sections contact your attorney or agency for correction. Give us a call to schedule your appointment. when your documents have been complete and or corrected. Catching any errors beforehand will prevent notarization delays.
What you need to bring to your Notary appointment:
1. Valid Government-Issued Photo ID (Non-Expired)
California Notaries are required by State law to verify your identity before notarizing your document.
Acceptable forms of ID include:
Current Driver's License
Valid Passport
Current State issued photo ID card
Note:
Ø Your photo ID must be current - Not Expired
Ø The name on your photo ID must match the name that is written on the documents that need to be signed and notarized.
2. Original Unsigned Documents:
Bring the original document to your Notary appointment. DO NOT sign your document before your Notary appointment. You are required to sign the document in the notary's presence.
3. Multiple Signers:
If your document requires multiple signers, each person must be present with their own valid photo un-expired ID. Confirm that each signer will be available before scheduling your Notary appointment. All signers need to be present for the notarization.
During Your Notarization:
The Notary will verify your identity before your documents get notarized. This is a must according to State of California Law to protect and prevent fraud.The Notary will carefully review your photo ID, verifying that the name on the ID and the name on the documents match.
Review of your Documents:
The Notary will review your documents to ensure that they are complete and ready to be signed and notarized. We check for blank spaces, missing information, name mismatch or other inconsistencies that would cause non-acceptance of your document.
Oath or Affirmation:
Certain documents, such as affidavits and sworn statements, require a verbal oath or affirmation under California State law. This process is simple and straightforward.
Notarization:
Once your documents have been verified and are ready to be signed, you'll sign the document in the Notary’s presence. The Notary will then notarize the document with the official State of California Notary seal and Notary signature, ensuring your document is complete and within legal compliance. You will then sign and place your right thumb print for the Notary journal. This entry is for all the documents that were signed and notarized. Notary Journal Entry is a State of California Law Requirement.
Appointment Duration: (approximately)
Standard one document notarizations: 10-15 minutes
Multiple documents or Signers: 20-30 minutes
Loan Documents and Estate planning packages: 30-60 minutes
(Adequate time is always given to ensure your notarization process is not rushed & goes smoothly)
The Notary is Not an Attorney
California law prohibits Notaries from providing legal advice or interpreting document contents. If you have questions about your document, please consult with your attorney or the agency of your documents before your notarization appointment.
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If the signer is not alert or coherent, the notarization cannot be performed. California law requires that the signer must be mentally aware, understand the nature of the document, and sign willingly. If the signer is under sedation, disoriented, or lacks capacity at the time of notarization, I am legally prohibited from proceeding. You can reschedule the notarization at a better time.
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Call the jail first. Confirm that the inmate’s full legal name is listed properly in their system and on their wristband or ID.
Have the document ready. It must be complete (except for the signature) and ready for notarization.
Be prepared for delays or rescheduling. I do my part professionally and promptly, but I respect the jail’s policies and procedures at all times.
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Deposit Amounts
Standard Deposit: $50.00 minimum deposit
After-hours/weekend services: $60.00
(Deposit amounts may vary)
Note: A deposit is required to secure and schedule your notary appointment. This ensures your time slot is reserved and will be applied to your total fee. Deposits are non-refundable IF appointment is canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice or you are a no-show at the appointment time.
Deposit Payment
Deposits must be paid at time of booking to secure appointment
Accepted payment methods: Zelle | Paypal | Venmo
Appointments are NOT confirmed until deposit is received
Deposit will be applied toward final service fee
Cancellations by Client
24 hours before appointment: Full refund of deposit
No-show or cancellation after notary departure: No refunds.
Cancellations by Notary
Full refund if notary cancels for any reason ▪ Alternative appointment times will be offered when possible
Document-Related Cancellations
If signing is cancelled due to incomplete or incorrect documents provided by client: No refund
If signing is cancelled due to borrower/signer unavailability: No refund
If documents are not received by notary before appointment: Client may reschedule or forfeit deposit
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Your Notarization is Provided by Linda D. Rico | California Commissioned Notary Public.
As a commissioned Notary Public in the State of California, I perform all notarizations in strict compliance with California Government law and under the guidance of the California Secretary of State.
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By scheduling a notarization with Linda D. Rico, Notary Public with Buenavista Legal Signings LLC., you acknowledge and agree to the following:
Linda D. Rico is not an attorney and cannot provide legal advice.
California law prohibits Notaries from assisting in the preparation of legal documents, answering legal questions, or providing guidance on the content or legality of any document.All documents must be fully completed prior to notarization.
Blank spaces or incomplete sections will result in a declined notarization in accordance with California law.Valid identification is required.
The signer must present an approved, unexpired photo ID pursuant to California Civil Code §1185. If proper ID is not available or acceptable, the notarization will be declined.The signer must be willing, aware, and present.
I will not proceed with a notarization if I believe the signer lacks mental capacity, is under duress, or is otherwise unable to communicate clearly.Name on ID must match the name on the document.
Especially in jail notarizations, all names must match exactly to proceed. If they do not, the notarization will be declined.
🚫 Limitations & Cancellations
Notarization is not guaranteed.
If access to a facility is denied, the signer is unavailable, unwilling, not coherent, or does not have proper ID, the notarization cannot be completed. Standard mobile and wait-time fees still apply.Fees are due regardless of outcome.
You agree to compensate the notary for all time, travel, and professional efforts, even if the signing is unsuccessful due to factors outside of the notary’s control (e.g., facility lockdowns, ID issues, signer refusal, Not capable).No liability for content or consequences of documents.
The notary is not responsible for the validity, accuracy, or enforceability of any document being notarized.
✅ Client Acknowledgment
By using my services, you confirm that you understand and agree to this disclosure and that you are not relying on the notary for legal advice or document review.
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Linda D. Rico, Notary Public with BuenaVista Legal Signings LLC, reserves the right to decline services due to legal or compliance issues. All notarizations are to be done according to California Law. We charge a mobile fee in addition to a fee for each notarized signature. All fees are due upon completion of the appointment, even if the signer is unable or unwilling to sign. Additional fees may apply depending on your specific notarization needs and services. A deposit is paid to book your appointment. The deposit goes towards your notary fee.
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MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8:00AM-5:00PM
SATURDAY: 9:00AM-2:00PM
SUNDAY: CLOSED-BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT ONLY.
*NOTARIZATION BY APPOINTMENT ONLY*
Serving: Lancaster - Palmdale - Santa Clarita -Burbank - Glendale - La Crescenta-Montrose Ca., and surrounding areas.