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Legal Document Preparer vs Attorney

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Document Preparers with a legal focus

Legal document preparers, as non-lawyer professionals, assist consumers and pro se litigants by:

Aiding with common legal tasks.
Crafting legal documents using consumer-provided information.
Guiding on form filing with the Clerk of Court.
Providing no legal advice or courtroom representation.

Lawyers

Attorneys assume a more direct and comprehensive role in their interactions with both clients and the court, including:

Furnishing legal counsel.
Advocating for clients in the courtroom.
Establishing and sustaining the client-attorney relationship.
Determining fees, which can fluctuate based on the specific case.

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Legal Document Preparation

A Legal Document Preparer, usually not a lawyer but with relevant experience, specializes in assisting self-represented individuals with document preparation services. They strictly follow the client’s direction in preparing documents for self-help purposes and do not provide legal advice or court representation.

Legal Information

Document preparers can aid consumers by sourcing legal information, such as laws and court rules, without offering legal advice. This practice is permitted, even if legal interpretation is not provided. By sharing these resources, like Florida Statutes, consumers can make informed decisions without the need for extensive legal guidance

Explaining Procedure

Document preparers can bridge the knowledge gap for consumers who may be unsure about the steps to follow in their case. They clarify procedures, ensuring that consumers understand the necessary actions, often by elaborating on Supreme Court Approved forms.

Document Preparation

Legal forms can be intricate and challenging for clients. Our document preparers assist consumers in preparing and filling out forms using their provided information. We can't choose the forms, but we guide consumers on which ones are mandated based on the court's written instructions.

Formatting Documents

Although many consumers can complete forms, they may lack knowledge about precise formatting criteria like font, size, and margins.

Active Listening

Legal document preparers are prohibited from providing legal advice, but there are no restrictions on them actively listening to their clients. Asking clarifying questions to guide clients in reaching their own conclusions or serving as a sounding board can be among the most valuable contributions of hiring a document preparer.

Affordable

Legal representation by an lawyer often exceeds the budget of many individuals. For those not in need of legal advice or representation, a legal document preparer can be a cost-effective alternative. We provide affordable document preparation, limited non-lawyer services, and legal document services to cater to such needs.

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