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In many Latin American countries, a notario público is a lawyer. In the United States, a notary public is not. Here is what that means, who can really help, and how to check them.
The Federal Trade Commission puts it plainly: in Latin American countries, the word notario or notary public means the person is an attorney, but that is not true in the United States. Scammers use the title to look qualified.
A notary public who is not an attorney may not give legal advice or accept fees for legal advice.
According to the US Department of Justice, only these people can give you immigration legal advice or represent you in immigration court:
Notarios, document preparers, immigration consultants and travel agents are not allowed to give legal advice, choose an immigration benefit for you, decide whether you qualify or represent you in immigration court.
USCIS forms are free. Never pay someone just to get an official form.
To check an accredited representative, see the Department of Justice list of accredited representatives, its list of recognized organizations and its list of disciplined practitioners.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change, so confirm with the official source or a licensed professional.