If the document wasn't signed by the parties it is not valid. A notary might not notice the document wasn't signed but the acknowledgement would not have any affect. In fact, it would be a violation of notary standards.
There is no requirement for an attorney to sign a will. It has to be witnessed and may require a notary.
If the notary forgot to sign, the document is not notarized.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I'm not certain what the all purpose acknowlegement your speaking of is - however -A notary is basically only confirms the person signing the document has been identified as the person signing it (preventing forgery). The document can say anything...even "I swear the name signed below is not my name"... but the notary assures that signature is valid. Notarys do not confirm any legal power to the document or should even be concerned with it's contents.It is true that in some States a notary can also give a legal Oath.
Not necessarily. Those documents that require notarized signatures will have the requirement as part of the form.Added: The above is true in part - however - IF it is required that any signature(s) on the document be notarized, they MUST be signed in the physical presence of a Notary Public in order for them to attest that the signature was valid.
If a notary notarizes a document that has already been signed, the notarization may still be valid as long as the signer acknowledges their signature and intends for the document to be notarized. However, the notary must ensure that the signer is present and provides identification at the time of notarization. It's essential for the notary to follow proper procedures to maintain the integrity of the notarization process. Failure to do so could lead to questions about the authenticity of the document.
A valid acknowledgement usually requires both (or more) people to understand that the acknowledger has taken in all information said and responded in an appropriate manner, signaling that he or she acknowledges and understands the current situation.
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.