Author: Kaitlyn Short
FindLegalForms was founded in 2001 but received its corporation status in 2003. Two attorneys in California founded the company after running a successful law practice for several years. The attorneys saw a need for low-cost legal forms and decided to launch the platform as a way to simplify the process.
FindLegalForms lives up to its name by providing tens of thousands of legal forms for personal and business use. Individuals and businesses have an extremely broad range of form options to choose from. In addition, businesses and individuals can pay as they use this legal aid which helps with budgeting.
There are over 20,000 personal and business forms to assist you with your legal problems. Prices range from $6.99 to $19.95, covering: family law, divorce issues, internet and technology, NDAs, Contract, Patents, Trademarks, Credit, and Financing. There are also free forms available.
Popular personal legal documents include:
Popular business legal documents include:
Combo kits for legal documents are available depending on the legal issue. These usually top off at $39.95 per combo and included the five most popular forms in each category. These can be a great option for a new business formation or if you have a variety of legal matters you may need assistance with.
Users can download a form in a number of different formats for immediate editing and use. Free eSignature is available and comes with every document purchase.
For those who may need multiple documents and further legal assistance might benefit from the monthly subscription. There are two different types of subscription: standard and premier.
Standard Subscription - $2.50/month for annual subscription
Premier Subscription - $24.16/month for annual subscription
All FindLegalForms are kept up-to-date and accurate by certified lawyers on staff. There is also the option to sign forms online with a free eSignature that is complimentary with any form purchase.
The Standard Subscription is best for individuals who need access to a select variety of documents and needs a place to easily store them. The Premier Subscription is best for small businesses who will need frequent access to legal resources and documents for legal problems.
While FindLegalForms.com has found a way to simplify the legal forms process by providing thousands of legal documents to consumers. However, the platform also comes with limitations and drawbacks that any prospective user may want to be aware of.
One thing a client or business might need is legal representation which is something FindLegalForms lacks. While a database of legal forms is great, some may feel it best to actually consult with someone within the legal profession when starting a business as well as conducting various personal matters. For example, divorce forms are provided but not all divorce filings will be the same. Some individuals may want to hire an attorney to ensure that they are getting the best legal advice. Unfortunately, FindLegalForms does not offer lawyer referral resources.
It is often best to go through a bank and hire an attorney when selling a property or taking out collateral to make a purchase. While the forms are attorney prepared, document review is not available. A lawyer is in a much better position to draft legal documents to fit client needs.
Once you have found the documents you need make sure to check the box that states you do not want to sign up for the monthly subscription. Pay close attention to this because if you don't then you will be charged an additional $4.99 a month for the subscription service. Additionally, make sure that you download your document in the right format. If you make a mistake, you have to call customer service to fix this and there is an additional fee.
In a nutshell, FindLegalForms is a helpful resource to use if you are looking for basic legal forms. However, there are some questions about how effective these forms actually are in court. While there is information about each document be sure that you know which one you actually need. This can be hard to determine if you have not spoken with someone who can provide legal advice.
FindLegalForms is recommended if you are trying to get an easy-to-use form for situations such as tenant-landlord relationships. Additionally, there are many free forms that can also be used for certain contractual situations. However, for "high-intensity" legal situations consider hiring an attorney who can provide situation-specific legal advice.
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