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Rouge Notary & Tax Services

A Louisiana-focused practice for important documents.

Rouge was built to make important document preparation and signing feel more organized, more deliberate, and less intimidating.

The practice focuses on Louisiana civil-law notarial services, estate planning documents, succession-related matters, property and title documents, affidavits, mandates, mobile appointments, and future tax preparation services. Rouge is designed for clients who want clear communication, structured intake, and a professional appointment-based process.

Through LegacyPath™, Rouge uses guided intake tools to help clients gather the right information before review, preparation, and signing. The purpose is simple: better organization before important documents are executed.

The Rouge Standard

Important documents should be handled like they matter. That means clear intake, careful review, reliable scheduling, and a signing process that respects the seriousness of the act.

  • Louisiana civil-law notarial document services
  • Structured intake through LegacyPath™
  • Mobile and appointment-based service
  • Estate planning, succession, property, and title document support
  • Tax preparation services planned for 2027
Jonathan M. Lee, founder and owner of Rouge Notary & Tax Services

Founder & Owner

Jonathan M. Lee

Jonathan M. Lee began his public service career in law enforcement in 2017 at the age of 18. Across municipal and parish agencies in Louisiana, he developed a disciplined working knowledge of law, procedure, public records, courtroom process, investigations, and professional responsibility.

His interest in law and public service is also part of a family legacy. His grandfather, Walter Lee, served as Clerk of Court in Evangeline Parish for more than fifty years, shaping Jonathan's respect for the courthouse, the public record, and the careful handling of documents that affect families, property, and legal rights.

After years in law enforcement, Jonathan expanded his work into Louisiana civil-law notarial practice, legal studies, and business education. Rouge reflects that combination of field experience, document discipline, public service, and Louisiana-focused legal tradition.

Louisiana Civil-Law Notary Commissioned to provide Louisiana notarial services within the authority of a civil-law notary.
Paralegal Certificate Completed through the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
Legal & Business Education Pursuing a B.B.A. through National University, with additional legal foundation through Harvard Law School's Zero-L program.
Future Tax Services Preparing to expand Rouge into tax preparation services and to pursue IRS Enrolled Agent status.
Signature of Jonathan M. Lee Jonathan M. Lee Founder & Owner, Rouge Notary & Tax Services

Professional Background

A foundation in discipline, procedure, and public trust.

Before founding Rouge, Jonathan M. Lee built his career in Louisiana law enforcement, where accuracy, preparation, confidentiality, and respect for procedure were part of the daily work.

That background shapes the way Rouge handles client intake, identity-sensitive appointments, public-record related documents, estate planning documents, succession matters, and mobile notarial service. The goal is simple: organized preparation, careful execution, and a process clients can trust.

Public Service Background

  • POST-Certified Louisiana Law Enforcement Officer Class 52 graduate of the St. Martin Sheriff's Office Training Academy, Level 1.
  • Field Training & Agency Experience Served across patrol, transportation, dispatch, corrections, and field training assignments.
  • Louisiana Procedure & Public Records Developed a practical working knowledge of law, procedure, documentation, and public trust responsibilities.
  • Continuing Public Service Currently serving as reserve with a local City Marshal's office
Prior service includes: Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office, St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office, Eunice Police Department, and Mamou Police Department.
Important Notice: Rouge Notary & Tax Services is not a law firm. Jonathan M. Lee is not a licensed attorney and does not provide legal advice, legal opinions, or legal representation. Rouge provides Louisiana civil-law notarial services and document preparation support within the authority of a Louisiana civil-law notary. When legal advice is needed, clients should consult a licensed attorney.