A Notary is not a lawyer. In fact, it is against the law for Notaries who aren't attorneys to provide certain kinds of advice and services. This is known as Unauthorized Practice of Law
(UPL), and can carry
serious consequences for a Notary, including hefty fines, loss of commission and even conviction for a criminal offense. It’s crucial to know what services fall under the unauthorized practice of law — and how to avoid them.