2002 NAICS Definitions
541120 Offices of Notaries
This industry comprises establishments (except offices of lawyers and attorneys) primarily
engaged in drafting, approving, and executing legal documents, such as real estate transactions,
wills, and contracts; and in receiving, indexing, and storing such documents.
Cross-References.
- Establishments of lawyers and attorneys primarily engaged in the practice of law
are classified in Industry 541110, Offices of Lawyers; and
- Establishments of notaries public engaged in activities, such as administering
oaths and taking affidavits and depositions, witnessing and certifying signatures on documents,
but not empowered to draw and approve legal documents and contracts, are classified in U.S.
Industry 541199, All Other Legal Services.
