Certified Notary Public

New Orleans Notary Public

Estate documents, successions, authentic acts, and mobile notarizations throughout Greater New Orleans.

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What I Offer

Services

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Succession and Heirship Documents

Louisiana successions require specific legal instruments that fall within a notary's authority under state law. I prepare and notarize affidavits of heirship, small succession affidavits, and ancillary succession documents for families navigating the estate process in Louisiana.

Starting at $150 Book Now
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Authentic Acts

Louisiana notaries may execute authentic acts - a unique instrument in Louisiana civil law that carries special legal weight. Commonly used for donations, transfers, and binding agreements. Two witnesses required; I can arrange witnesses for an additional fee.

Starting at $200 Book Now
03

Estate and Legal Documents

Powers of attorney, mandates, healthcare directives, living wills, and other estate planning documents. I work with estate planning attorneys and families throughout New Orleans and am available for hospital and care facility visits.

Starting at $75 Book Now
04

Loan Signing

Real estate closings for purchase, refinance, and HELOC transactions throughout Metro New Orleans. I work with Louisiana title companies and attorneys and understand the unique requirements of Louisiana real estate transactions.

Starting at $150 Book Now
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General Notarization

Acknowledgments, jurats, oaths, affirmations, and copy certifications. Available at my CBD office or at your location throughout Greater New Orleans.

$15 per notarial act Book Now

About

About Elise

I'm Elise Fontaine, a Louisiana-commissioned notary public based in the Central Business District of New Orleans. I have practiced here since 2013, with a focus on estate and succession matters - the area where Louisiana's unique civil law tradition makes our notaries especially important to the families we serve.

Louisiana notaries hold a position unlike any other state: we have broader legal authority, including the power to execute authentic acts and assist with succession proceedings that in other states would require an attorney. I take that responsibility seriously and bring careful attention to every document I prepare or notarize.

I am fluent in conversational French and welcome Francophone clients. My office is in the CBD, and I travel throughout Greater New Orleans and the Northshore.

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Credentials

Credentials

NNA Member
RON Authorized
Background Screened
E&O Insured - $100,000

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Languages

English French

Commissions

Louisiana
Commission #LA-99038271
Expires 2099-12-31

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My Commission

Service Area

Greater New Orleans and the Northshore

I provide notary services throughout Greater New Orleans, including New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, Harvey, and the West Bank. I also serve the Northshore communities of Mandeville, Covington, Slidell, and Madisonville by appointment.

Louisiana notary law is unique in the country - our notaries have broader authority than in most states, and I bring deep familiarity with Louisiana-specific instruments including authentic acts, affidavits of heirship, and succession documents.

Pricing

Fees

Louisiana notary fees are set by agreement (there is no statutory maximum for most acts). My fees reflect the specialized nature of Louisiana notary practice:

  • General Notarization: $15 per act
  • Succession / Affidavit of Heirship: Starting at $150
  • Authentic Acts: Starting at $200 (witnesses +$50 each if arranged)
  • Estate Documents (POA, Mandate, Directive): Starting at $75
  • Loan Signings: Starting at $150
  • Mobile Travel: $50 within 15 miles of the CBD; $0.67/mile beyond

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Availability

Availability

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

For succession and authentic act appointments, I recommend scheduling at least 48 hours in advance so we can discuss your specific documents beforehand. Hospital and care facility visits available with advance notice.

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"Elise handled a small succession for my mother's estate. She explained every step clearly and made a difficult time so much easier. Her knowledge of Louisiana succession law was immediately evident."

Margaret D.

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"Needed an authentic act drafted for a property donation to my children. Elise knew exactly what was needed, had everything prepared perfectly, and coordinated the witnesses. Seamless."

Thomas B.

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"I used Elise for my refinance closing and she was wonderful - warm, professional, and clearly very experienced with Louisiana real estate documents. Highly recommend."

Claire V.

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"Elise was able to assist my father-in-law in French, which meant everything to him. She was kind, patient, and completely professional. We will not use anyone else."

Henri L.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Louisiana operates under civil law rather than common law, and notaries here have significantly broader authority than in other states. Louisiana notaries may execute authentic acts, assist with successions, and prepare certain legal documents that would require an attorney elsewhere. I can explain what this means for your specific situation when we speak.

When a Louisiana resident passes away with a relatively modest estate and no real property, heirs may be able to claim assets through a small succession affidavit rather than full succession proceedings. I can prepare and notarize this document and guide you through the process.

An authentic act is a document executed before a Louisiana notary and two witnesses that carries special legal weight - it is self-proving and difficult to contest. Authentic acts are commonly used for donations, certain transfers, and binding agreements. Two witnesses are required; I can arrange them for an additional fee.

Not at this time. Louisiana authentic acts and succession documents in particular require in-person execution under state law, and I focus exclusively on in-person practice.

Yes - I am conversational in French and welcome Francophone clients, particularly those from Louisiana's French-speaking communities or visiting from Quebec or France.

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Contact Elise

Succession, estate, and authentic act inquiries are welcome - call or email to discuss your needs.

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