By Kiser’s Legal Support Solutions Virginia notaries are about to see some of the most significant changes to notary law in years. Effective July 1, 2026, House Bill 163 and Senate Bill 316 introduce new requirements designed to strengthen fraud prevention, improve accountability, and create greater consistency across the Commonwealth’s notarial system. Whether you are a traditional notary, remote online notary (RON), attorney, title professional, or business owner who relies

Time management is a crucial skill that benefits individuals across all professions and walks of life. Whether you're a student, a professional, a parent, or managing a household, mastering time management can lead to increased productivity and reduced stress. Here are some effective strategies to help you manage your time better. 1. Set Clear Goals Identify what you want to achieve in both the short term and long term. Setting clear, achievable goals provides direction and h

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Shaylah Kiser to Join AAERT Unity Summit Panel: The Business of You Kiser’s Legal Support Solutions is pleased to share that Shaylah Kiser will be joining the AAERT Unity Summit in Nashville, Tennessee, as one of the panel speakers for Session 10: The Business of You: Treating Yourself Like a Brand. The session is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. as part of the Unity Summit agenda. This session highlights how reporters have used creativity an

Shaylah Kiser to Join BlueLedge Remote Webinar Panel on Business Skills for Reporters and Transcriptionists Kiser’s Legal Support Solutions is pleased to share that Shaylah Kiser will be joining BlueLedge’s remote webinar, Behind the Record: Business Skills for Reporters & Transcriptionists, as one of the panel speakers. The webinar will take place on May 7, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. ET and is scheduled for 60 minutes. The session is approved for 0.10 AAERT CEUs, and

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In the demanding world of legal practice, every moment counts. You face the constant pressure of managing complex cases, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining impeccable client communication. Yet, administrative tasks and routine operations can consume valuable time and energy that could be better spent on substantive legal work. This is where the benefits of hiring a virtual assistant for law firms become not just appealing but essential. By integrating a skilled virtual

I’m honored to have contributed this article for AAERT: Leadership Perspective: Lifting Others as We Lead into 2026. Lead with vision. Lift with purpose In it, I share my thoughts on leadership, service, professionalism, and the importance of lifting others as we grow in this profession. Read the full article on AAERT here: https://aaert.org/leadership-perspective-lifting-others-as-we-lead-into-2026-a-short-message-from-one-of-aaerts-directors/

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