Limited Practice Officer (LPO)

A limited practice officer, or LPO, is a person certified as a closing officer under rule 12 of the Admission to Practice Rules (APR).  A LPO is certified by the Washington Supreme Court.  While certified as a LPO, a person may select, prepare and complete documents in a form previously approved by the Limited Practice Board for use in closing a loan, extension of credit, sale or other transfer of real or personal property.

LPO Continuing Education

At the LPO CEU page, find everything you need related to continuing education.  This includes forms, frequently asked questions and a list of approved courses.

New Employer

Find the forms and information you need to submit if you change employers or are returning to active status.  The place to look for insurance requirements.

LPO Exam Information

Information about how to apply and prepare for the LPO exam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to common questions.

Rules and Regulations for Limited Practice Officers 

LPO Grievance Form

Use this form to file a complaint against a limited practice officer.  The grievance will be submitted to the Complaint Review and Investigation Committee of the Limited Practice Board.

Contact Information

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Last Modified: Monday, December 03, 2007

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LPO Directory

NEW!  Use the LPO Directory to find LPOs.

LPO Forms

Board approved "closing" forms for practicing LPOs in both Word and PDF formats. 

LPO Status Change Form

Use this form for any change to your license, including status changes, name changes and address changes.

Proposed Rule Changes

LPO Exam - Pass List

Find out who passed the most recent LPO Exam.  Those who failed are not listed.

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