Publication date: 12.08.2025
Andriy Tereshchenko is a licensed notary in Washington State, USA, with many years of experience. Combining over 4 years of notary practice in the US with 15 years of experience as a Ukrainian lawyer, Andriy has a thorough understanding of all the intricacies of international document flow, which allows him to provide services of the highest quality.
Case: Successful Formalization of a Power of Attorney with Apostille for Obtaining Citizenship in Ukraine: A Testament to Andriy Tereshchenko's Professionalism and Efficiency
CLIENT'S PROBLEM:
A client approached notary Andriy Tereshchenko with a critically important task: he needed to formalize a power of attorney with an apostille to be submitted to the Migration Service of Ukraine. The main goal was to obtain a document confirming his son's citizenship. The primary challenge was that this document had to be legally flawless, correctly executed according to US standards (Washington State), and also contain an apostille, which is necessary for its recognition in Ukraine. Any mistake could lead to a refusal from the Ukrainian state body, delay the process, and create significant obstacles for the family.
SITUATION ANALYSIS AND KEY ASPECTS:
In this case, success depended on a deep understanding of the requirements of two legal systems. Firstly, the power of attorney had to be properly certified by a US notary. Secondly, an apostille was required for its use in Ukraine. This demanded not only knowledge of the notarial certification procedure but also an understanding of the apostille process and, most importantly, the exact format and content requirements from the Migration Service of Ukraine. Andriy Tereshchenko's professionalism, which combines American and Ukrainian legal experience, allowed all these aspects to be taken into account, ensuring the document's seamless acceptance.
Desired Outcome:
Reliable formalization of a power of attorney with apostille, its successful acceptance by the Migration Service of Ukraine, and the receipt of a document confirming the son's citizenship.
Responsible Notary:
Andriy Tereshchenko — a licensed notary in Washington State, an expert in international document flow.
HOW ANDRIY TERESHCHENKO HELPED:
Andriy Tereshchenko applied a comprehensive approach that included:
- Professional document formalization: He ensured the power of attorney was correctly notarized, complying with all Washington State requirements.
- Apostille acquisition: He organized the process of obtaining the apostille, confirming the authenticity of the notary's signature for international recognition.
- Arrangement of fast forwarding: He provided assistance with forwarding the finalized document to Ukraine, which significantly sped up the process and helped avoid potential delays.
Result: Thanks to Andriy Tereshchenko's professional work, the power of attorney with apostille was delivered on time and successfully accepted by the Migration Service of Ukraine. Based on this document, the client was issued official confirmation of his son's citizenship. The client was completely satisfied with the speed, professionalism, and outcome.
This case is a vivid example of how a notary's expertise with international experience becomes the key to success in solving complex document flow issues. The speed, accuracy, and additional logistical assistance provided by Andriy Tereshchenko not only secured a positive result but also significantly eased the entire process for the client, saving him time and stress.
