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Meet The Team
Here at Castelo Notaries, we pride ourselves on not just being highly qualified and experienced but also being friendly and approachable. We understand that dealing with legal matters can be stressful and time-consuming, so we try to always put our customers first by making our notary services as streamlined as possible, competitively priced and flexible to your needs.
Ana Afonso – Notary Public, Solicitor & Mediator
Ana is the heart of Castelo Notaries as she founded both Castelo Notaries and Castelo Solicitors in 2013.
She completed her Graduate Diploma in Law and the Legal Practice Course at BPP Manchester in 2006 and 2007 respectively and qualified as a Solicitor of England and Wales in 2009. She then qualified as a Notary Public at the University College London in 2013
Fluent in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French, Ana assists a number of clients with cross-border legal issues, particularly in Portugal where she is registered as a solicitor with the Portuguese ‘Ordem dos Advogados’.
Maria Reche – Spanish Lawyer
Maria qualified as a Spanish lawyer in 2011 and holds a Masters Degree in Law. She has been practicing as a Lawyer in London since 2018.
She specialises in cross-border Spanish & English legal matters, having particular expertise on cross-border estates, taxes, wills & probate.
Maria is also a CIOL qualified Spanish-English legal translator and serves as counsel providing Anglo-Spanish legal services.
Cely Duarte – Notarial Assistant and Assistant Accountant
As well as being a notarial assistant, Cely assists with the accounting department.
She is experienced with drafting Brazilian & Portuguese documents having worked in Brazilian and Portuguese Notary firms for ten years.
Alcina Maciel – Executive Assistant
Alcina is an invaluable member to the team at Castelo Notaries with many years of experience supporting the Director and Legal team with client account management and the day-to-day running here at Castelo Notaries.
Alcina joined us after spending a number of years working in the Advertising industry.
Kitty Wright – Notarial Assistant
Kitty is our office assistant helping to ensure the smooth running of the firm and providing secretarial assistance.
While with us, Kitty has qualified in Business Admin level 3.
She is an experienced customer assistant and facilitates the handling of all enquiries.
Iara Fernandes – Notarial Assistant
Iara has been with us since 2019, assisting with handling enquiries and dealing with FCO and Embassies. She has also qualified in Business Admin level 3.
She is Bilingual in English and Portuguese so if you need our Portuguese services, Iara can help ensure you are fully supported in whatever language you’re most comfortable using.
Gracie Coppell – Marketing Manager
Gracie keeps our website up to date, writes content and looks after our social media.
Sir Snowie – Good Boy
Sir Snowie is our unofficial mascot here at Castelo Notaries, where he is a regular in the office, in charge of greeting visitors and providing emotional support.
What our customers say
We are rated Excellent on Google because we thrive on your satisfaction! Customer feedback is our way of keeping in touch with you and knowing how we are doing. Please feel free to let us know what your experience has been like so that we can continue to deliver the best service possible for you.
Fahad TaubJune 7, 2023.A very professional service. Iara was very helpful in helping me notarise my documents
Gloria AfonsoJune 7, 2023.What a lovely bunch of ladies. My power of attorney for Portugal was processed quickly and efficiently. A special thank you to Miriam and the rest of the team … highly recommend Castelo Notaries
Nilhan UckuzularJune 7, 2023.Iara has been very helpful. Very professional in handling our needs. Fast and smooth work. Thank you
Bernardo SottomayorJune 7, 2023.I highly recommend Castelo Notaries. Great service, supper responsive and efficient. Alcina and Ms Afonso are always very helpful.
sian jones-souabniJune 6, 2023.We have used Castelo Notaries a few times now for various legal 'loose ends' - and Iara Fernandes has been so very efficient and positive in her approach, and succeeded with all requests (sometimes complexed)! What a valuable employee - thank you Iara !
Mohamed NaguiJune 6, 2023.Very professional and efficient
Kim PerdikouJune 2, 2023.Excellent service - professional, knowledgable, and great customer service! Have used multiple times and always get everything accomplished quickly and completely. Thank you!
mostafa ghannai korirMay 31, 2023.very professional thank you
MargaiandreusMay 16, 2023.A pleasure to work with they. My son needed to certificate and apostille a Degree of Barchelor for a Spanish University and Castelo Notary has done it perfectly, quickly and with a wonderful personal attention. A special mention for Maria Reche who has helped me in every step and doubts. Many thanks.
