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Is a contract that was signed in Hong Kong to operate a franchise in the US still valid if the contract was signed in HK without a notary?
The issue of the notary is not important. The issue is the type of contract, the wording and if the contract is valid under US not HK law.
Is a power of attorney valid if the notary seal has expired?
If the notary's license was current at the time he notarized your document, your document is perfectly legal. If there is a question of legality, have the dates of the POA amended and resign and notarize.
Is a will valid in Texas if Notary forgot to sign?
No, a will in Texas must be signed by the testator in the presence of at least two witnesses in order to be considered valid. The notary's signature is not required for a will to be valid in Texas.
Is a Will signed by a notary but not a lawyer valid in NJ?
There is no requirement for an attorney to sign a will. It has to be witnessed and may require a notary.
Is contract valid without the signature of an attorney such as a deed of donation?
You have mentioned two types of documents in your question: a contract and a deed of donation. Every jurisdictions has its own laws regarding the proper execution of legal documents. It is not generally necessary for the "attorney" to sign unless she is the donor. The usual requirements require the signatures of the donor, witnesses and the signature of a notary who acknowledges that the document was signed by the donor. You need to check the laws in your particular jurisdiction.
Can a notary notarize a document for use in a state they are not a notary in?
If the document is being signed in the state in which they have Notary power then it is a valid notarization regardless of where the document is ultimately utilized.
Is a notary signature valid if the notary is a relative?
It depends how close a relative. If its your spouse, then almost certainly not. The notary cannot have any stake in the transaction. Familial relationships would likely guarantee a conflict of interest. This is a common problem with notarizations generally. The signature is valid, and the transaction notarized could be valid, but it is certainly not best practice.
Can a notary notarized a document the same day that his commission expire?
If the Notary's appointment was valid at the the time they witnessed the signature, it remains valid even after the Notary's commission expires.HOWEVER, if the Notary's commission was expired at the time they "witnessed" it, it is not a valid notarization.Another PerspectiveAn expired notary may affect the legality of the document. A legal document with an expired notary can be challenged. In some cases, the expired date is a typographical error and an affidavit can be executed by the notary stating the correct expiration date and that their license was in effect at the time of the signing. If possible, you should contact the notary to notarize the document again with a valid expiration date or, if that's not possible, have the document executed again with a valid notary seal.If the document cannot be corrected and its validity is challenged then it is up to a court to determine whether the expired notary seal will invalidate the document. State laws vary. In some states statutory provisions will "cure" a recorded instrument with an expired notary after a certain time period has passed.
Can you notarize a document if your Texas notary stamp is expired but your commission is still active?
No. Absolutely not. It is a requirement to have a VALID NOTARY SEAL to legitimize the document.
If a deed is notarized in one state and the property is in another state what notary law applies?
A Notary's powers are granted by the State in which they reside but a Notary's duties are essentially the same in all states. As long as a Notary certifies a signature as valid it is acceptble in all jurisdictions
Can a Indiana notary notarize a KY title?
A notary is notarizing ONLY the legality of the signatures on the title, nothing else. As long as the Notary's commission is current and valid, they may notarize any any legal document.
What words should a notary use to verify a signature only?
A notary uses the words "Subscribed and sworn before me this_____ day of______." All a notary public verifies is that the person personally appeared before them with valid ID, and signed the document in front of the notary. That is all a notary public verifies.
