Project Helping Creates KyndKits

A graduate of law at Denver University, Jacob Scholl has acquired some work experience as a legal extern collaborating with judges and magistrates. In addition to his interest in law, Jacob Scholl actively participates in volunteering events. For example, he is a Kynd Leader at Project Helping.

Founded by Justin Kruger, Project Helping is an organization that facilitates volunteering opportunities to engage both volunteers and communities. By partnering with other organizations, Project Helping arranges events and shares them so that members of the community can participate and help one another to achieve mental wellness. The organization has successfully launched over 2,000 volunteering events and continues to ship KyndKits.

KyndKits are personalized packages that are assembled by volunteers then sent to those in need. Volunteers can choose a cause they are passionate about and select a KyndKit that serves their preferred cause of choice. Project Helping offers KyndKits for essential workers, cancer patients, special needs children, and homeless individuals, among others.

Notary Public Duties

After earning a bachelor’s degree in international sports administration and agency law, Jacob Scholl earned a juris doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. In addition to possessing certifications in legal research and mediation, Jacob Scholl is also a registered notary public in Colorado.

Notary publics are individuals who have the legal authority to verify the legality of documents. While requirements differ by state, notaries should pass an exam and register with their respective secretary of state. Notaries serve as credible witnesses for the signing of important paperwork for activities such as real estate transactions and establishing a power of attorney or trust.

Notary publics also play an essential role in legalizing documents for individuals and businesses overseas. For example, Americans interested in marrying abroad or getting a visa may need legalized copies of their birth certificates. Many nations will not recognize American birth certificates unless they have been reviewed by a notary public and stamped with an apostille by the corresponding state’s secretary of state.

Uncontested Divorce Under Colorado Law

While earning his JD, Jacob Scholl completed legal internships at the Colorado Court of Appeals and the 2nd Judicial District of Denver. Jacob Scholl serves as a member-at-large for the Sturm College of Law Criminal Law Association and plans to pursue a career in trial and divorce law.

The state of Colorado accepts uncontested divorces. For spouses in certain situations, Colorado offers an expedited process for divorce, defined under state law as a dissolution upon affidavit. This means that, rather than appearing in court, both parties can simply sign a legal document to complete the divorce.

This option is only available to Colorado residents who either have no lasting ties, such as shared property or minor children, or have drawn up agreed-upon resolutions for dividing assets and custody schedules. Both parties must also agree that the marriage is unsalvageable. The affidavit must be filed by both parties or served legally through the county sheriff. While a successful dissolution upon affidavit negates the need for a court hearing, both parties should still contact lawyers, especially while drafting any separation agreements.