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Legalization of Documents for Modern International Transactions: Apostilles, Authentication and Consular Legislation

Now on Demand: The session provided an overview of legalization procedures and the Hague Apostille Convention.

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Webinar Details

This webinar explores the history, the current state of affairs and the possible future of the legalization process for documents used in international transactions. It also reviews the history of the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961, Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents, as well as the impact of technology and the recent pandemic on the procedures required.

You can expect to come away with a better understanding of the required procedures for legalization and helpful information for navigating the process’s complexities.

Learning Objectives:

  • An overview and definition of the legalization process.
  • The history and current state of the Hague Apostille Convention.
  • Protocols and steps for legalization for Hague vs Non-Hague countries.
  • The impact of technology on legalization and electronic apostilles.
  • The process of legalizing documents originating outside of the US.

Meet the Hosts

A woman with long, straight blonde hair is smiling at the camera. She is wearing a navy blue sleeveless top with a red and white polka dot pattern, standing in front of a plain beige background, perhaps preparing for an intellectual property law seminar.

Pia Angelikis

Vice President of Government Relations and Legal Research

Pia Angelikis, Esq., is the Vice President of Government Relations and Legal Research at Cogency Global Inc. She has over 20 years of experience with premiere service companies in the UCC and corporate services industry, managing large teams of expert lawyers and paralegals conducting legal research for public filing requirements for multistate mergers, conversions and acquisitions, tracking and analyzing UCC Article 9 and business entity legislation in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, and providing thought leadership. Prior to her career in the UCC and corporate services industry, Ms. Angelikis litigated for 5 years in the areas of insurance defense and employment law. She wrote the winning brief resulting in the 9th Circuit published opinion, In re Complaint of Ross Island Sand & Gravel, 226 F.3d 1015 (9th Cir. 2000). Ms. Angelikis holds a JD from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law and is licensed to practice law in California.

A woman with short, light brown hair smiles at the camera. She is wearing a light gray blazer over a light top and is posed against a plain, muted blue-gray background.

Teri Mayor

Vice President of Product Management for Business Entity Services

Teri M. Mayor is the Vice President of Product Management for Business Entity Services at Cogency Global Inc. Ms. Mayor’s responsibilities include development and marketing of corporate transactional services, such as entity filings, document retrieval and authentication/legalization of documents for use internationally. Her work includes the development of new services and technology, providing training to clients and staff and acting as a resource in the areas she manages. Ms. Mayor has developed and delivered numerous public and in-house seminars on topics related to corporate and entity services. She also regularly contributes articles to Cogency Global’s Corporate Transactions and Compliance Blog.

Pia Angelikis

Vice President of Government Relations and Legal Research

Pia Angelikis, Esq., is the Vice President of Government Relations and Legal Research at Cogency Global Inc. She has over 20 years of experience with premiere service companies in the UCC and corporate services industry, managing large teams of expert lawyers and paralegals conducting legal research for public filing requirements for multistate mergers, conversions and acquisitions, tracking and analyzing UCC Article 9 and business entity legislation in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, and providing thought leadership. Prior to her career in the UCC and corporate services industry, Ms. Angelikis litigated for 5 years in the areas of insurance defense and employment law. She wrote the winning brief resulting in the 9th Circuit published opinion, In re Complaint of Ross Island Sand & Gravel, 226 F.3d 1015 (9th Cir. 2000). Ms. Angelikis holds a JD from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law and is licensed to practice law in California.

Teri Mayor

Vice President of Product Management for Business Entity Services

Teri M. Mayor is the Vice President of Product Management for Business Entity Services at Cogency Global Inc. Ms. Mayor’s responsibilities include development and marketing of corporate transactional services, such as entity filings, document retrieval and authentication/legalization of documents for use internationally. Her work includes the development of new services and technology, providing training to clients and staff and acting as a resource in the areas she manages. Ms. Mayor has developed and delivered numerous public and in-house seminars on topics related to corporate and entity services. She also regularly contributes articles to Cogency Global’s Corporate Transactions and Compliance Blog.

CLE/MCLE Information

Is there a fee to attend this webinar?

There is no fee to attend our webinars, but advance registration is required

What states do you register for CLE Accreditation?

Currently, we apply for accreditation in California, New York, Florida, Illinois and Texas

Do you offer CLE accreditation for paralegals?

Some webinars are accredited through NFPA and NALA.

    • An overview and definition of the legalization process.

    • The history and current state of the Hague Apostille Convention.

    • Protocols and steps for legalization for Hague vs Non-Hague countries.

    • The impact of technology on legalization and electronic apostilles.

    • The process of legalizing documents originating outside of the US.

Do I have to attend the entire webinar?

To receive full credit, you must be present for the entire presentation and answer all poll questions throughout the webinar. 

Who is this webinar suitable for?

Although anyone may attend the webinars, it is most suitable for newly admitted and experienced attorneys and legal professionals.

What happens if my state is not one of those listed previously?

For any states not listed as approved or pending, we strongly encourage attendees to self-apply/self-report to the respective states.

Does CLE accreditation for your webinars expire?

Please be aware that CLE accreditation does expire. We will post on the related pages when a webinar no longer qualifies for CLE credit. Check with your CLE/MCLE board in your state to be sure.

  • New York: Three years after the date of the live event.
  • Texas: Two years after the date of the live event.
  • California: Two years after the date of the live event.
  • Illinois: Two years after the date of the live event.
  • Florida: 18 months after the date of the live even

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