Approved Attorney Relationship with
the Chicago Title Family of Companies
The Chicago Title Family of Companies (the “Company”) is proud to be an active part of the approved
attorney system of title certification and closing in North Carolina. Quality representation of clients by
qualified, diligent attorneys can provide both the best service to clients and the lowest occurrence of claims
for preventable risks.
Under NC law, title insurance policies and commitments are issued by us only upon receipt of a certification
or opinion on title from a licensed North Carolina attorney. In addition, lenders and purchasers frequently
request assurances in the form of a Closing Protection Letter
http://www.northcarolina.ctt.com/docs/pdf/bull_icl200309.pdf] which we will only issue to approved
attorneys and issuing agents, as provided by state law. N.C.G.S. 58-26-1. Therefore, we maintain an active
list of Approved Attorneys. To qualify to become and remain an Approved Attorney, an attorney is expected
to continually maintain the following standards of practice and cooperation:
a) The attorney must not submit any false or misleading (including omitted) information in the attorney’s application,
resume, interview(s) and/or any documentation submitted to the Company.
b) The Company may request an update of any information forming the basis for the attorney’s approval at any time.
c) The Company may review, amend or revoke the attorney’s status as an Approved Attorney at any time, in its sole
discretion, with or without cause; but such termination shall not affect any obligation or liability incurred by me as
an Approved Attorney.
d) The attorney will maintain malpractice insurance coverage, in an amount and coverage type satisfactory to
Company, without any gaps in coverage.
e) The attorney will comply with closing instructions from clients, including lenders.
f) The attorney will conduct their practice in compliance with the requirements of the Company, the North Carolina
State Bar and