By
David Thun
on March 24, 2011
When we introduced the new Professional Sections in January, we announced we would soon introduce interactive discussion and networking communities for members. That time has come.
By
NNA Staff
on March 24, 2011
With the recent passing of high-profile immigration laws in several states, professionals in the field are more concerned than ever with issues involving proper identification and documentation. The Immigration Sectionspoke with Julie Kirchner, Executive Director of the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), and NNA Immigration SectionAdvisor, about the impact of state immigration legislation, the goals of federal anti-fraud initiatives, and the value of E-Verify to employers.
By
NNA Staff
on March 23, 2011
Working in a legal setting can bring with it a lot of pressure to do things quickly, and potentially unethically or illegally. As a professional Notary, you have a duty to say ‘no’ to requests that could leave you or your firm liable for negligence or fraud. The following are key warning signs along with suggested approaches to deal with them.
By
NNA Staff
on March 23, 2011
The ongoing fallout from the foreclosure crisis has reduced foreclosure activity throughout the country to its lowest level in three years.
By
NNA Staff
on March 23, 2011
Many Notary Signing Agents are taking the initiative to look for new deal-flow in different regions and diversifying their services to discover new revenue streams. Also, while many communities are struggling, there are others showing signs of growth.
By
NNA Staff
on March 23, 2011
Providing Notary services in the in a law office presents unique challenges. Advanced knowledge of Notary laws and best practices is essential, along with specific legal or procedural requirements for certain documents. Dorothy O’Guin, a Florida Registered Paralegal and Advanced Certified Paralegal with the Gunster law firm in Vero Beach, Florida,recently provided the Legal Professionals Section important tips about avoiding notarization pitfalls that can cause a legal problem.
By
David Thun
on March 23, 2011
If you are asked to notarize for a signer who’s in the hospital or otherwise affected by health issues, some advance planning can help ensure the notarization goes smoothly for you, the signer and the signer’s family.
By
NNA Staff
on March 23, 2011
When a Notary in the legal profession changes jobs, the transition can sometimes create confusion in the office over who retains your notarial records. A supervising attorney may insist that the firm retain your Notary journal based on attorney-client privilege, but state laws always supersede any request by an employer. The proper response is to retain it in your custody.
By
David Thun
on March 23, 2011
By
NNA Staff
on March 15, 2011
With dignity and quiet pain, Japanese are suffering the devastating effects of the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami. Let us, as Notaries, now come to their aid.