| Getting the forms done | You complete the forms, sometimes with guided software. | Prepared for your situation. We prepare the paperwork from your information and directions. | Attorney or staff prepares documents within your engagement. |
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| A person checks the details | Human review varies by service and plan. | Human review before filing. Our team checks the document work. | Document review within the attorney’s agreed scope. |
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| Filing with the court | You file, unless filing assistance is included. | We e-file and follow up. Filing is included; we explain court-required alternatives. | Filing and follow-up handled within the engagement. |
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| Serving the papers | You arrange service or purchase assistance. | U.S. service coordination. We arrange covered service steps for your California case. | Service arrangements depend on the engagement. |
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| If the court requests a correction | You handle it; additional help varies by provider. | We work through it with you. Corrections to our covered work are included. | Corrections and fees follow the attorney’s agreement. |
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| Questions along the way | Tools, support and availability vary. | Your team, in your client app. Documents, updates and LDA support throughout your service. | Communication options and availability vary by firm. |
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| Knowing the cost | Court forms are free. Software and extra help may cost more. | A flat-rate service fee. Scope and separate costs explained before you agree. | Hourly or flat fee, depending on the engagement. |
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| Legal advice & strategy | You make legal decisions or hire an attorney separately. | Document help, not legal advice. You make the decisions and represent yourself. | Legal advice, negotiation and representation within scope. |
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