IFS Ethical Practices & Confidentiality Standards 3

Question 1

An IFS specialist is asked to notarize a client's signature on an immigration document. The specialist is not a notary. They should:

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a licensed notary public

Answer

Only commissioned notaries public may perform notarizations; a specialist without that credential must refer the client elsewhere.

Question 2

A client instructs an IFS specialist to leave a question blank on Form I-485 that the client is required to answer. The specialist should:

Accepted Answer

Explain that leaving required fields blank may result in rejection and document the client's decision

Answer

The specialist must inform the client of the consequences of omitting required information and document the discussion; ultimately the client decides.

Question 3

Which standard governs how long an IFS specialist must retain client records after a case closes?

Accepted Answer

Applicable state law, professional standards, or agreement terms — often a minimum of three to five years

Answer

Record retention periods are set by applicable state laws and professional standards, commonly three to five years after case closure.

Question 4

An IFS specialist should NOT advertise services using which of the following terms?

Accepted Answer

Notario or Notario Público

Answer

The term 'Notario' implies attorney-level immigration authority in many Latino communities and is deceptive when used by non-attorneys.

Question 5

When a client is in a vulnerable situation, such as facing deportation, the IFS specialist's ethical duty includes:

Accepted Answer

Clearly explaining the limits of their services and strongly recommending the client seek attorney representation

Answer

Specialists must be transparent about their limitations and actively recommend attorney involvement when legal complexity or urgency demands it.

(IFS) Immigration Forms Specialist Certified Practice Test

(IFS) Immigration Forms Specialist Certified Practice Test

IFS Ethical Practices & Confidentiality Standards 3