COVID-19 Update: Administrative Hearings Not Affected by Recent Orders
Additional information to our alert notifying everyone as to what is not covered by the recent Chief Justice's Order. Read More +
COVID-19 Update: Lawyers Mutual Enacts Business Continuity Plan | Important Instructions for Policyholders
Lawyers Mutual is transitioning to a remote work environment as part of the LM Business Continuity Plan. Effective today (March 19, 2020), the Lawyers Mutual office in Cary is closed until such time the public health threat passes. Read More +
Cyberattack Hits 13 Register of Deeds Offices in NC
Monday, January 9, 2023, the North Carolina Land Title Association emailed a notice to members regarding the recent cyberattack that disrupted operations at thirteen Register of Deeds offices across North Carolina. Read More +
Don't Be a Victim of Wire Instruction Fraud.
More information regarding avoiding scams regarding wire instructions. Read More +
eCourts Expansion Announced for 2024
The North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts (NCAOC) recently announced additional go-live plans for counties transitioning from paper files to Enterprise Justice (Odyssey), which currently serves Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Mecklenburg and Wake counties. Twelve northeastern counties comprising Track 3, as previously announced, will go live on February 5, and 10 counties comprising Track 4 (Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Granville, Guilford, Orange, Person, Vance and Warren) will go live on April 29. Read More +
Effective January 1, 2018 - Chapter 32A Power of Attorney Statutes No Longer Valid
Information regarding changes to NC Power of Attorney statutes that require edits to existing forms. Read More +
eFiling Coming to North Carolina Courts: Training Dates Announced
As part of North Carolina’s eCourts initiative, the N.C. Administrative Office of the Courts (NCAOC) will be introducing a new eFiling system, known as File & Serve, that will allow attorneys statewide for the first time ever to submit documents and case filings online. This new capability will launch later this year in four pilot counties: Harnett, Johnston, Lee, and Wake. Read More +
End of Year, Be on High Alert for Scams
Some tips to avoid being a victim of email scams at the end of the year. Read More +
Fax Scam Targeting NC Lawyers
In recent days Lawyers Mutual has been alerted to a fax scam targeting North Carolina lawyers. Read More +
Foreclosure Debacle Could Impact Attorneys
Improper lender affidavits, trustee issues, notarization and witnessing defects Read More +
Fraudulent Activity ALERT Relating to the Corporate Transparency Act
Lawyers Mutual has been notified about the following fraudulent activity relating to the Corporate Transparency Act: FinCEN has been notified of recent fraudulent attempts to solicit information from individuals and entities who may be subject to reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. The fraudulent correspondence may be titled "Important Compliance Notice" and asks the recipient to click on a URL or to scan a QR code. Learn more about the Corporate Transparency Act. Read More +
Have You Filed a Medical Malpractice Action Since October 1, 2011?
Sample language for technical pleading requirement under amended Rule 9(j) Read More +
If you are holding funds in trust for disbursement and receive a change in payment instructions, STOP.
Information regarding wiring transfer scams. Read More +
Landmark Remote Online Notarization Bill Approved
The House and Senate both approved House Bill 776, and Governor Cooper signed the Remote Online Notarization (RON) into law on July 8, 2022. This legislation allows notaries to identify individuals and notarize their signatures using internet technologies. Homebuyers, for example, will be able to close loans and buy houses remotely. Read More +
Lawyers Mutual COVID-19 Readiness | Operations Update
Lawyers Mutual’s offices are currently open, although some staff are transitioning to remote work and we are preparing for the possibility of a temporary closure. Read More +
Major Changes Anticipated For Real Estate Closing Attorneys
Discussing the move toward ATLA best practices as minimum standards. Read More +
Malpractice Alert - Are You Aware Of The Estate Administration “Portability Feature?”
Information regarding estate tax return preparation, including sample letter Read More +
Message of Assistance to our Policyholders
We are here to serve you. You can reach any of our staff by calling 1-800-662-8843 or emailing them. Read More +
NC Appellate Courts FAQs
Information regarding NC Appellate Court changes due to COVID-19. Read More +
NC STATE BAR COVID-19 Update: Important Court System Changes
Friday, March 13, 2020 Chief Justice Beasley announced several directives today affecting the operation of the North Carolina court system aimed at protecting public safety during the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus). In an order entered today, the Chief Justice has dir… Read More +
