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  1. A non-attorney Connecticut notary wants to advertise notary services in Spanish. Which practice helps avoid unauthorized practice of law issues?

    Answer: Including a disclaimer that the notary is not an attorney and cannot give legal advice

    A clear non-attorney disclaimer prevents the misleading implication that the notary can provide legal services.

  2. A signer asks a Connecticut notary whether her power of attorney will still be valid after she moves to Florida. The notary should:

    Answer: Refer her to an attorney because this requires a legal opinion

    Opining on a document's validity in another jurisdiction is legal advice reserved for attorneys.

  3. Which activity falls WITHIN the lawful scope of a non-attorney Connecticut notary's duties?

    Answer: Administering an oath to a signer of an affidavit

    Administering oaths is a core notarial act, while the other options involve legal advice or document preparation.

  4. A notary employed by a Connecticut law firm is asked by a walk-in member of the public for advice on a landlord dispute. The notary may:

    Answer: Not give legal advice personally, even though attorneys work at the firm

    Employment at a law firm does not license the notary to give legal advice; only an attorney may do so.

  5. A signer cannot decide between an acknowledgment and a jurat. Which response by the Connecticut notary is proper?

    Answer: "I can describe what each act involves, but you or your attorney must choose."

    A notary may describe the acts factually but may not select one for the signer, as that choice is legal advice.

  6. Who in Connecticut may lawfully draft a contract for another person for a fee?

    Answer: Only a licensed attorney

    Drafting legal documents for others for compensation is the practice of law, restricted to licensed attorneys.

  7. A Connecticut notary offers a "document preparation package" that includes choosing and completing legal forms for customers. This service is:

    Answer: Unauthorized practice of law, even if the forms are standard templates

    Selecting and completing legal forms for others constitutes practicing law regardless of price or waivers.