Lubec, ME · Washington County
Certificate of Sole Proprietor Adopting Name Other Than His Own
This certificate is for a sole proprietor who intends to conduct business under a name other than their own and must file the sworn certificate with the clerk where the business will operate.
At a glance
- Issued by
- City of Lubec · Lubec, Washington County, Maine
- Notarization
- Required: sign this form in front of a notary before filing it.
- Official source
- lubecme.gov
- Blank form
- Download the PDF
- Catalogued
- Machine-readable
- JSON record · about the forms index
- 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 adopted business name, and the location where the business will be carried on. Lubec’s form says the certificate must be deposited with the clerk of the town or city where the business will operate before business begins; it also lists a one-time $10 fee.
Who needs it
A sole proprietor intending to conduct business under a name, style, or designation other than their own needs to complete this certificate.
Why it needs a notary
The form contains a jurat stating the signer appeared, made oath to the certificate’s truth, and signed before a notary public or attorney at law.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Certificate
Get Lubec’s Certificate of Sole Proprietor Adopting Name Other Than His Own.
- 2
Fill In The Certificate
Enter the proprietor’s name, adopted business name, business location, and other requested information.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign On Video
Appear for the online notarial session and take the oath before signing as directed.
- 5
Submit To The Clerk
Deposit the completed certificate with the clerk where the business will operate before commencing business; the form lists a one-time $10 fee.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lubec. 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 file this certificate in Lubec?
- Complete and sign the certificate before a notary, then deposit it with the clerk where the business will be carried on before commencing business. The form lists a one-time $10 fee.
- Do I need to sign this certificate in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a jurat stating that the signer 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 form?
- Maine law, 4 M.R.S. §1915, authorizes remote notarization by a commissioned online notary for a remotely located individual. Section 1911 recognizes qualifying notarial acts performed outside Maine.
- Where should I submit the completed certificate?
- The form says to deposit it with the clerk of the town or city where the business will be carried on. Confirm with the town, city, or county registry of deeds if unsure.
Certificate of Sole Proprietor Adopting Name Other Than His Own in other Maine cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.