NC H436

Expands the definition of "practice law" to include specific activities while clarifying that certain professional services (mediation summaries, real estate broker form completion, and motor vehicle dealer document assistance) do not constitute unauthorized practice of law.

Creates exemption for website providers offering interactive software to generate legal documents, provided they meet seven requirements including attorney review of templates, consumer disclosure of non-substitution for legal advice, and registration with the North Carolina State Bar.

Establishes registration requirements for website providers with initial fee not to exceed $100 and annual renewal fee not to exceed $50, with State Bar prohibited from refusing registration.

Expands private cause of action for unauthorized practice of law to include recovery of damages, reasonable attorneys' fees, and injunctive relief, while preserving the State Bar's independent enforcement authority.

Requires the General Assembly to review the website provider exemption by June 30, 2018, to determine whether the provision should be modified or discontinued.