Hermon, ME · Penobscot County
Certificate of Sole Proprietor Adopting Name Other Than Own
This certificate records a sole proprietor’s intent to conduct business under a name other than their own and is for the proprietor to complete and submit to the Town of Hermon.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The certificate identifies the proprietor, the business activity, the adopted name or designation, and the business location. The proprietor signs an oath affirming the truth of the certificate before a notary public or attorney at law; the form is titled for use by the Town of Hermon.
Who needs it
A sole proprietor intending to conduct business under a name, style, or designation other than their own can use this certificate for submission to the Town of Hermon.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Certificate
Get the Town of Hermon Certificate of Sole Proprietor Adopting Name Other Than Own.
- 2
Fill In The Certificate
Provide the business activity, adopted name, location, and proprietor details.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the form’s oath.
- 4
Sign On Video
Appear for the remote session and sign the certificate under oath as directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit To The Town
Submit the completed certificate to the Town of Hermon and confirm its submission requirements.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hermon. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the sole proprietor certificate?
- Enter the business activity, adopted name, business location, proprietor’s name and address, then sign the certificate under oath before a notary.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the proprietor personally appeared and made oath to the truth of the certificate before a notary public or attorney at law.
- Can I use an online notary for this certificate?
- Maine law authorizes remote notarization by a commissioned online notary, subject to the law’s specific exclusions. Confirm the town’s submission preferences before arranging notarization.
- Where should I submit the completed certificate?
- The form is titled for the Town of Hermon. Confirm submission details with the town; confirm with the town, city, or county registry of deeds if unsure.
Certificate of Sole Proprietor Adopting Name Other Than Own in other Maine cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.