About

Mobile American Notary & Apostilles

Mobile notary and apostille support from Los Angeles, with technology‑driven, on‑time visits to homes, hospitals, facilities, and jails across Los Angeles and nearby counties.

Who We Are

About Shawn Rader & Mobile American Notary & Apostilles

Mobile American Notary & Apostilles is a Los Angeles–based mobile notary and apostille service led by Shawn Rader, a commissioned California Notary Public serving clients since 2018.

The practice focuses on mobile notarizations, apostille and legalization support for documents used outside the United States, hospital and jail signings, and estate and trust documents across Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, and nearby counties, with appointments designed for clients who need a reliable mobile notary in Los Angeles, CA and apostille resource with clear communication and on‑time arrivals.

Shawn’s background as an IT systems administrator shapes the way appointments are handled: organized, technology‑driven, and prepared for last‑minute changes, with a mobile printer, scanner, and laptop always on hand when documents need to be located or printed in urgent situations such as hospital or facility signings. Day‑to‑day coordination is supported by an assistant, Sammy, who usually answers calls, responds to emails, and helps keep the schedule and confirmations organized so appointments stay on track.

Most days involve a mix of hospital and rehab notarizations, nursing‑home and in‑home visits, jail appointments, estate and trust signings, and simple one‑document visits across Los Angeles County and parts of Ventura County such as Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks, with travel extending into Riverside and San Bernardino counties for certain higher‑stakes or time‑sensitive appointments.

At a glance:

  • Commissioned California notary serving clients since 2018.
  • Owner‑operated mobile notary and apostille practice based in Los Angeles, CA.
  • Regular visits to homes, hospitals, rehab, nursing homes, and jails.
  • Technology‑enabled appointments with mobile printing, scanning, and live ETA tracking.
  • Assistant Sammy helping with calls, email, and scheduling so details do not get missed.

Learn more about mobile notary services in Los Angeles and apostille services for documents used outside the United States.

Experience & Focus

Built Around Real‑World Signing Needs

Over roughly eight years, Shawn has handled a steady mix of mobile notarizations, apostille‑related matters, and on‑site visits to hospitals, care facilities, and jails, along with everyday general notary clients.

Clients have contributed more than 100 reviews over time, frequently mentioning punctuality, professionalism, clear communication, and the way each appointment feels prepared rather than rushed, even when deadlines or circumstances are stressful.

In situations where documents are missing or a signer is unexpectedly hospitalized, Shawn uses a laptop and mobile printer to help clients locate appropriate templates from reputable online sources—such as powers of attorney or advance healthcare directives—and then proceed with notarization when it is appropriate and within California notary law.

Common apostille & notary appointments:

  • Vital records apostilles (birth, marriage, and death certificates) for use outside the United States.
  • School and academic records for study abroad, licensing, or foreign credential evaluation.
  • Court, adoption, and divorce documents that need to be recognized in another country.
  • Corporate records, powers of attorney, and other business documents for international use.
  • Hospital and rehab signings for powers of attorney and advance healthcare directives.
  • Jail and detention signings for urgent legal and family matters.

Common situations served:

Hospital & Rehab Patients Nursing Homes & Hospice County Jails & Detention Trusts, Wills & Estates Real Estate & Loan Signings Single‑Document Visits

Credentials & memberships:

  • NNA‑certified Notary Public for the State of California.
  • Hundreds of mobile notarizations completed since 2018 across LA‑area hospitals, facilities, homes, and jails.
  • 100+ client reviews noting punctuality, professionalism, and clear, consistent communication.

Shawn focuses on combining legal compliance with practical problem‑solving, especially when timing, health, or logistics make an appointment more complicated than a simple walk‑in notarization. Behind the scenes, Sammy helps manage calls, emails, and follow‑ups so clients receive clear appointment details, reminders, and quick answers to basic scheduling questions.

For urgent hospital, jail, or last‑minute estate signings, call or text (213) 933‑2507 to confirm timing, ID, and witness requirements before scheduling.

Service Area

Serving Los Angeles, Orange & Ventura Counties

Mobile American Notary & Apostilles primarily serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and surrounding communities, with mobile notary, apostille, and related document help available by appointment.

Mobile appointments are regularly scheduled in the San Fernando Valley, Greater Los Angeles, select areas of Orange County, and many cities throughout Ventura County, with travel discussed up front for each request. For hospital, trust, real estate, jail, and apostille‑related work, travel can extend into Riverside and San Bernardino counties when the situation, timing, and scope of the appointment make it a good fit.

How appointments are handled:

  • Document type, signer count, and location reviewed before booking.
  • ID and witness needs explained in plain language so you can prepare.
  • Arrival windows coordinated around traffic, visiting rules, and deadlines.
  • Optional live tracking link so clients can see route and ETA in real time.
Values

What Clients Can Expect

Every notarization is completed with the same core commitments: clear communication, punctuality, privacy, and careful compliance with California notary rules.

The guiding principle is straightforward: if a request is legal, provides real value, and is within a reasonable distance—or is an exceptional situation where going farther makes sense—Shawn will usually find a way to help or suggest a practical next step. For specific questions, you can request a mobile notary or apostille appointment in Los Angeles and receive clear details about fees, ID, and witnesses before booking.

Guiding principles:

  • Respect for each signer’s time, circumstances, and privacy.
  • Attention to detail on every notarial certificate and journal entry.
  • Honest communication about what a notary can and cannot do.
  • Referrals or alternate options suggested when a request falls outside the notary’s role.