Make It Make Sense: UCC Searches Explained
UCC searches don’t have to be confusing. Learn what they are, why lenders rely on them, and how they help prevent costly collateral and priority issues.
Beyond “I’m Not a Lawyer”: Protecting Yourself and Your Client on the UPL Tightrope
“I can’t give you legal advice.” It’s the most important phrase in a paralegal’s vocabulary. Yet, in the fast-paced, client-focused world of a modern law practice, it can feel like …
The AI Co-Pilot: How Technology is Elevating, Not Eliminating, the Paralegal Role
The headlines are everywhere: “AI is coming for legal jobs.” For many in the legal profession, particularly paralegals whose work often involves deep document analysis and research, this can sound …
Shared Driveway Agreements: The Legal Doc That Can Save You from Neighborhood Drama
Let’s be real — nobody dreams of owning half a driveway. But thanks to older neighborhoods, twin homes, or tight infill lots, shared driveways are super common — and they …
Abstracting for the Future: How Energy vs. Data Center Properties Differ in Title Research
As renewable energy projects and large-scale data centers expand across the United States, the title industry is being asked to navigate increasingly complex property landscapes. For abstractors, the assignment to …
The Challenges and Complexities of Researching Property Records: Grantor/Grantee Indexes vs. Legal Description Indexes
Property research is a cornerstone of real estate transactions, title insurance, and land use planning. Abstractors, title examiners, and attorneys rely on public records to trace ownership, uncover liens, and …