Even while in the US, you can authorize a lawyer, family member, or friend in China to handle court matters for you
If you are currently in the United States and unable to return to China in person to participate in litigation, enforcement, case filing, mediation, or other court proceedings, you can sign a court Power of Attorney (POA) in the US. Once notarized, the document can then be processed for a California Apostille. Landz Notary provides a one-stop service including POA preparation, mobile notary services, and Apostille processing.
Which court matters require this?
When a party is in the US and needs to authorize a lawyer, family member, friend, or other representative in China to handle court procedures on their behalf, a written power of attorney is typically required.
Litigation and Case Filing
Authorizing a representative or lawyer to submit litigation materials, handle case filing, sign for documents, or handle other litigation procedures.
Mediation, Settlement, and Trial Matters
Depending on the scope of authorization, this may involve participating in mediation, handling settlement matters, receiving court notifications, or cooperating with litigation procedures.
Enforcement and Other Court Matters
Can be used for enforcement proceedings, collecting legal documents, submitting materials, and other court-related matters that require an agent to handle.
What does this service actually provide?
The core of this service is a "Court Power of Attorney" signed by the principal themselves. You will sign and have the document notarized in front of a notary public, after which we will proceed with the California Apostille.
The Apostille certifies the signature, identity, and seal of the notary public or relevant official; it does not constitute a judgment by the California Secretary of State on the validity of the underlying litigation, the authorization granted, or the matter itself.
The scope of authorization is the most important part of a court POA
The required agency powers may vary depending on the case and procedure. The power of attorney should clearly state which matters the representative is authorized to handle.
Whether to authorize the representative to submit complaints, applications, evidence, or other court documents.
Whether to authorize the receipt of court notices, judgments, and other case-related materials.
Whether to authorize participation in mediation, negotiation, or the signing of settlement-related documents.
Whether to authorize enforcement actions, the collection of materials, or the handling of other court procedures.
The process is simple
From preparing the court POA to completing the Apostille, Landz Notary assists you throughout the entire process.
Place an Order Online
Place your order directly on this page. After ordering, we will contact you to confirm the basic information of the principal, the representative, and the court matter.
Confirm POA Content
We will prepare or review the court POA based on your specific situation. Once you confirm the content is accurate, we will schedule the notarization.
Mobile Notary Appointment
No travel required. Our notary will travel to your specified address at the scheduled time to verify your identity and complete the signing and notarization on-site.
Apostille Processing
Once notarization is complete, we will proceed with the California Apostille. You do not need to visit the Secretary of State's office yourself.
Document Delivery
After the Apostille is finalized, we will ship or deliver the certified original documents as agreed upon in your order.
What do you need to prepare?
The signer must be present for notarization and sign the POA in the presence of the notary.
Required for the notary to verify the signer’s identity, such as a driver's license or passport that meets California notary requirements.
Prepare the name of the representative or lawyer, as well as the basic identity information needed to fill out the POA.
If you already have the court name, case number, names of the parties, or case type, providing these details will help ensure the POA is filled out accurately.
Do you already have a POA provided by the court or a lawyer?
You can send it to us for review. If a Chinese court, lawyer, or other representative has already provided a specific template, we generally recommend using that version. If you do not have a pre-existing document, we can assist you in preparing a reference version based on your specific circumstances.
Contact UsApostille is not a court approval of the authorization
The purpose of an Apostille is to certify the signature, identity, and seal of the notary or relevant public official on the document.
It does not judge the facts of the case, nor does it decide whether the representative has specific litigation powers. Whether the POA can be used for a specific case and whether the scope of authorization is sufficient will be determined by the court, the lawyers, and the case proceedings based on the document's content.
Why choose Landz Notary?
Mobile Notary Service
No need to travel. Once an appointment is made, our notary travels to your specified address.
POA, Notarization, and Apostille
From POA preparation and on-site notarization to the California Apostille, we handle the entire process seamlessly.
One Order, Full Completion
Reduces the need for redundant communication between preparing files yourself, finding a notary, and managing the certification process.
FAQ
What is a Chinese court power of attorney?
A Chinese court Power of Attorney is an authorization document signed by the principal, used to empower a lawyer, family member, friend, or other representative to handle court-related matters on their behalf within the agreed scope.
Can I authorize a Chinese lawyer to handle my case while I am in the US?
Yes, you can sign a power of attorney in the US to authorize a lawyer or other representative in China to handle case matters within the scope specified in the document.
Do I need to sign the POA in person?
Yes. The principal must attend the notarization in person and sign the document in the presence of the notary public.
Do I have to go anywhere for the notarization?
No. Our mobile notary will travel to your specified address at your requested time to verify your identity and finalize the signing and notarization.
Can I use a POA template provided by my Chinese lawyer?
Yes. If a lawyer, court, or other personnel has provided a fixed format, we typically recommend preparing the document according to that version.
What if I don't have a template?
If you do not currently have a ready-made version, we can assist in compiling a reference power of attorney based on your specific case and authorization needs.
Does the representative or lawyer need to come to the US for notarization?
Generally, no. This service notarizes the Power of Attorney signed by the principal in the United States; the representative usually does not need to be present in the US.
What documents do I need to prepare for notarization?
You must provide an original, valid identification document that the notary can use to verify your identity. The accepted documents must meet California notary requirements.
Can I still process this if I don't have a case number?
Whether you need to include a case number depends on the POA format and the stage of the case. If the case has not been formally filed yet, we can confirm the document content based on available information.
Does an Apostille guarantee that the representative can act in the case?
No. An Apostille primarily certifies the signature, identity, and seal of the public official or notary public, and does not determine whether the specific agency powers comply with the requirements of the court's procedures.
Do I still need Chinese consular authentication after the Apostille is done?
For US documents subject to the Apostille Convention, traditionally, once the US Apostille is obtained, the separate Chinese consular authentication process is typically no longer required.
What happens after I place an order?
After you place your order, we will contact you to confirm the principal, representative, case details, and POA content. Once confirmed, we will arrange for a mobile notary to meet you, complete the signing and notarization, process the Apostille, and finally deliver the certified original documents.
No need to travel back to China; your court power of attorney can be completed in the U.S.
After you place your order, we will contact you to confirm the details regarding the principal, the agent, the case information, and the content of the power of attorney. A notary public will arrive at the designated location at the scheduled time to complete the signing and notarization, and we will continue to handle the subsequent Apostille authentication for you.
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