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Navigating Foreign Documents as a Florida Notary Public Understanding the Challenge Notaries in Florida have specific, limited duties defined by state law. They can perform notarizations like acknowledgments, jurats (oaths and affirmations), and attestation of photocopies. However, foreign notaries often have powers similar to attorneys, which can create confusion when a Florida notary is asked … Read more
Introducing Florida Document Specialists’ Ludicrous Speed Same-Day Apostille Service! When you need an Apostille fast, Florida Document Specialists has you covered. We’re thrilled to introduce our Ludicrous Speed Same-Day Apostille Service, designed to get your documents processed at lightning speed without sacrificing accuracy or reliability. Our streamlined process ensures your documents are handled with care … Read more
Notice of Commencement in Florida: Everything You Need to Know What Is a Notice of Commencement? A Notice of Commencement (NOC) is a legal document required in the state of Florida before starting certain construction or improvement projects on real property. It is recorded or eRecorded with the county clerk’s office and serves as an … Read more
The Ethical Challenges and Responsibility of Being an Online Notary: Establishing Capacity and Non-Coercion Ethics in Online Notarization: A Brief Backstory Back in 2014, when Florida Document Specialists was just beginning its journey, we realized that becoming notaries public was essential. Most of our clients—whether dealing with adoption, divorce, or other legal documents—needed notarization before … Read more
Home Title Lock: Is It Worth the Money? In recent years, the fear of “home title theft” has been on the rise, spurred by sensational advertising campaigns warning homeowners that their property deeds are vulnerable to fraud. One of the most visible players in this space is Home Title Lock, a company that promises to … Read more
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Navigating the Complexities of Adoption and Immigration: A Comprehensive Guide Adoption can be a rewarding experience but is often complicated by various legal requirements, more so when it involves immigration. Whether adopting domestically or internationally, there are nuances to understand, particularly concerning age, qualifications, and residency. This blog aims to provide an all-encompassing view of … Read more
Myths and Facts Pregnant and Scared? In the Hospital? Contact Us A Critical Choice: What Every Birth Mother Should Know About Adoption When DCF Appears at the Hospital Childbirth is a transformative life event. However, when the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) makes an appearance, a shroud of uncertainty can overshadow this otherwise … Read more
Adopting Grandchildren?: Navigating the New Landscape of Relative Adoptions in Florida – Legal Changes and Their Implications DCF and Foster Families: No Good News for Adopting Grandchildren or Relatives in Florida Relative adoptions in Florida are undergoing a seismic shift due to recent legislative changes that significantly impact the involvement of the Department of Children … Read more
Why a Florida Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) is Essential and How Florida Document Specialists Can Help Planning for the future isn’t just about securing financial assets or distributing property. It’s also about ensuring that our wishes, both financial and medical, are respected even when we can’t voice them ourselves. This is where a Durable … Read more
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