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How we help

Estate Planning

Help protect your family with a Will, Power of Attorney, or Trust.

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Consumer Rights

Get help with purchase / warranty disputes, shipping issues, and more.

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Renters

Sort our landlord disputes, general lease questions, and more.

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Real Estate

Navigate buying and selling, contractor disputes, HOA matters, and more.

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Family Law

Get legal advice on divorce, custody, prenups, and other family matters.

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Employee Rights

Get advice for wrongful termination, contracts, and workplace harassment.

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Traffic & Accidents

Resolve fender benders, moving violations, and traffic tickets with ease.

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How LegalShield works

Find your perfect plan

Individuals & Family

Get coverage for you and your loved ones in case of accidents, life events, or just simple document reviews.
$49.95
/mo
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Covers you, your spouse or partner, and your dependents
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Speak with your lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues
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Get an unlimited number of documents reviewed (up to 15 pages each)
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Representation to help with driver's license reinstatement
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24/7 Emergency Access for Covered Situations
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Preparation of a standard Will with annual reviews and updates
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MEMBERPerks
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25% discount on additional services
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And so much more

*See table below for full details.

Customize your plan with add-ons for a small additional fee.

Home Business
Legal assistance that’s tailored to the unique needs of running your home business.
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Trial Defense
Because trials can be expensive and time consuming, you have the option to add on additional trial defence support.
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Ride Share
Affordable legal advice and direction to protect your driving record and maintain a safe vehicle.
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Speak with a lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues with our most robust suite of legal services at your disposal.
$53.96
/mo

billed annually at

$647.46

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Individuals & Family

Get coverage for you and your loved ones in case of accidents, life events, or just simple document reviews.
/mo

billed annually at

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Covers you, your spouse or partner, and your dependents
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Speak with your lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues
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Get an unlimited number of documents reviewed (up to 15 pages each)
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Representation to help with driver's license reinstatement
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24/7 Emergency Access for Covered Situations
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Preparation of a standard Will with annual reviews and updates
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MEMBERPerks
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25% discount on additional services
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And so much more

*See table below for full details.

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Individuals & Family

/mo

billed annually at

/mo

billed annually at

$53.96
/mo

billed annually at$647.46

Documents

Document review

From warranties and home improvement contracts to billing disputes and more, a lawyer can review the fine print to help protect you. Get legal review on an unlimited number of personal documents. Page limits per document vary by plan. See plan for details, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Unlimited personal documents up to 15 pages
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited personal documents up to 25 pages
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited personal documents up to 35 pages
Up to 35 pages
Up to 25 pages
Up to 15 pages

Legal letters / phone calls

Many legal matters can be resolved with a call or letter from a lawyer on your behalf. Membership includes one letter or call for each unrelated matter.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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1 letter or phone call per legal issue
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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1 letter or phone call per legal issue
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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1 letter or phone call per legal issue
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Will prep

Your estate can include your money, home, car, and more. Having a lawyer-prepared Will can help protect your wishes and loved ones. Plus, our Advanced and Premium plans include annual Will reviews / updates.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Additional updates available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Includes annual updates
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Includes annual updates
Includes annual updates
Includes annual updates
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Online notarization

Legally notarize signatures for documents and contracts online. See plan for details, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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1 per year
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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5 per year
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited
Unlimited
5 per year
1 per year

E-Signature

Sign your electronic documents the legal way. Applies to an unlimited number of e-signatures. See plan for details, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Unlimited
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited
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IRS audit help

Get legal advice, consultation, negotiations, and representation if you or your spouse are audited on your personal income tax return. See plan for details, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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3.5 pre-trial hours and 10 hours of trial time in year 1; +10 hours of trial time each year, max 50 hours at year 5
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Family

Uncontested adoption of a minor

You need consent in writing from all parties before filing for an uncontested adoption. This benefit is available 180 days after start of membership. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Available after 180 days
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Uncontested name change

A lawyer can attend the initial uncontested name change hearing if required. Benefit available 180 days after start of membership. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Available after 180 days
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Available after 180 days
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Living will / physician’s directive

Put your end of life decisions in writing to help ensure that your wishes are carried out.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Updates available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Includes annual updates
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Includes annual updates
Includes annual updates
Includes annual updates
For you and your spouse. Updates to your will are available at a 15% discount.

Basic revocable trust preparation

Trusts can protect your dependents and your assets by picking a trustee to oversee them. Requires fee of $250 each for you and your spouse. Annual updates cost $250 per person. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Requires a $250 fee for each person
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Marriage

Pre-Nuptial & Post-Nuptial agreements

Your law firm can help prepare pre-nuptial / post-nuptial agreements that specify how marital assets are treated after a divorce. Available 180 days after start of membership and for named member only. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
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Uncontested divorce

Neither party can be represented by counsel, you need written agreement on all issues from all parties, and net marital assets must be less than $500,000. Available 180 days after start of membership, and covers named member only. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
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Uncontested separation / uncontested civil annulment

You need written agreement on all issues from all parties. Available 180 days after start of membership and covers named member only. Only available if allowed in your state. See plan for details, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
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Home

Residential loan document help

Review of mortgage documents is available for your primary residence and once per membership year. Excludes a review of abstracts and preparation of title opinion. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Review mortgage documents
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Review mortgage documents
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Tenant lease help

When renting your primary residence, get consultations, document review and negotiation for a lease naming a covered person over 18 years old. Includes negotiation of lease with landlord. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents over the age of 18
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Review lease agreements
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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Review lease agreements
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Property damage collection

A lawyer can help with property damage claims of $5,000 or less in damages while driving, riding in, or being struck by a motor vehicle. See plan for details, number of hours available, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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1 hour of assistance; Unused hours roll over, up to a maximum of 3
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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2 hours of assistance; Unused hours roll over, up to a maximum of 6
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Traffic

Driver’s license help

Get legal help with maintaining or reinstating a suspended license. In New York, this benefit requires discounted hourly fee payment. See plan for details, number of hours available, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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1 hour of assistance; Unused hours roll over, up to a maximum of 3
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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2 hours of assistance; Unused hours roll over, up to a maximum of 6
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Traffic ticket help

Get legal help on non-criminal moving violations (in state of residence only for Basic plan, Advanced & Premium plans cover out of state violations). If a court appearance is required by your provider lawyer, there’s a $79 fee. In New York, this benefit requires discounted hourly fee payment. See plan for details, number of tickets per membership year, maximum accrual amounts, waiting periods, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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1 ticket per year for each covered member; Requires a $79 fee; Available after 90 days
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents over the age of 18
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2 tickets per year for each covered member; 1 unused service rolls over up to a maximum of 3 tickets; Requires a $79 fee; Available after 10 days
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member
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3 tickets per year for each covered member; 2 unused services roll over up to a maximum of 5 tickets; Requires a $79 fee; Available after 10 days
3 tickets per year for each covered member
2 tickets per year for each covered member
1 ticket per year for each covered member

Criminal defense for death-related traffic accidents

Get legal help on charges of manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, negligent homicide, or vehicular homicide while driving. Available 10 days after start of your membership. See plan for details, limits and exclusions such as pre-existing events, accidents in New York, etc.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Available after 10 days
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Legal

Legal research

Your membership includes up to one hour of legal research per personal legal matter.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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1 hour of research per legal issue
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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1 hour of research per legal issue
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited research per legal issue
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Advice and consultation

Get access to legal advice for an unlimited number of personal legal issues, including pre-existing matters. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Unlimited number of personal legal issues
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents over the age of 18
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Unlimited number of personal legal issues
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited number of personal legal issues
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Durable power of attorney

Get help with preparing a legal document that authorizes an agent to manage your financial, legal, or health care affairs if you become incapacitated.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
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Simplified probate

This is a faster, less expensive way of transferring a deceased person’s assets to heirs. Applies if your Will was prepared by your provider law firm. Additional qualifications must be met. In New York, this benefit requires discounted hourly fee payment. See plan for details, limits and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Available after 180 days
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Civil trial defense

Get civil defense if named as a defendant in a covered civil action. Doesn’t include pre-existing matters. Covers only named member and spouse. In New York, this benefit requires discounted hourly fee payment. See legal plan for details, limits, hours available, hours accruals, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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1 hour of pre-trial help / 30 hours of trial time during the first year; Max: 5 hours pre-trial / 150 hours trial time after 5 years
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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1 hour of pre-trial help / 60 hours of trial time during the first year; Max: 5 hours pre-trial / 300 hours trial time after 5 years
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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1 hour of pre-trial help / 100 hours of trial time during the first year; Max: 5 hours pre-trial / 300 hours trial time after 3 years

1 hour of pre-trial help / 100 hours of trial time during the first membership year.

Earn additional hours each year, maxing out at 5 hours of pre-trial help / 300 hours of trial time after 3 years.

1 hour of pre-trial help / 60 hours of trial time during the first membership year.

Earn additional hours each year, maxing out at 5 hours of pre-trial help / 300 hours of trial time after 5 years.

1 hour of pre-trial help / 30 hours of trial time during the first membership year.

Earn additional hours each year, maxing out at 5 hours of pre-trial help / 150 hours of trial time after 5 years.

Discounted legal services

Certain legal matters not covered by your plan are eligible for a discount off your provider lawyer’s standard hourly rate. See plan for discount rates, limits, and exclusions.

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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25% discount
25% discount
20% discount
15% discount

24/7 Emergency access to a lawyer

24/7/365 phone access to a lawyer if your rights, freedoms or liberties are being denied or threatened. Available if you’re:

  • In presence of law enforcement officer that may place you under arrest or take away your rights, freedoms or liberties
  • In presence of executive branch official attempting to take away your children
  • Involved in motor vehicle accident resulting in bodily harm or physical injury.
Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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For covered emergency events
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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For covered emergency events
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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For covered emergency events
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MEMBERPerks

Save money on hundreds of your favorite brands!

Basic Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse
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Save with merchant discounts
Advanced Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Save with merchant discounts
Premium Plan Coverage
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Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Save with merchant discounts
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**Membership must be active at least 10 - 90-days, depending on plan selected, before benefit is available.

What people are saying

Trustpilot five-star rating
I recently contacted our LegalShield provider firm regarding a real estate question that couldn't be answered by our local real estate agent. The attorney was prompt and detailed in responding.
Mike
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GA Member
May 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
Peace of Mind - I like being able to call my LegalShield provider firm with a legal question and concern, and them promptly call me back to discuss with advice, options, and alternatives.
George
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TX Member
May 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
... Attorney was very knowledgeable about my rental real estate issue, and provided excellent advice on how I could satisfactorily move forward with this issue.
Dewey
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MT Member
May 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
My wife and I were getting bullied by a plumbing contractor that charged us $6,800 to fix a leak at our home, but the leak still remained... LegalShield stepped in and saved the day. The lien got released and all issues were made right.
Cary
,
GA Member
May 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
We had a real estate issue and an issue with our loan agent breaching fiduciary responsibility. We called legal shield and were helped right away. I see the value in this service.
Kathy
,
OR Member
May 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
It was so helpful to get solid guidance through a difficult time. I feel protected and clear moving forward.
Steve
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AZ Member
April 8, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
I have been with LegalShield now for probably 25 years. It is just the security of knowing you are there. You have never let me down. Thank you.
Carl
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TX Member
April 8, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
I Needed Advice: I needed to talk out my problem which I did. I was advised how to respond if contacted further. I had the first relaxed weekend in months. Thank you!
Katherine
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AZ Member
April 7, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

For over 50 years, LegalShield has made it affordable and easy for its members to connect with its network of vetted, dedicated law firms across the United States and parts of Canada. Lawyers average 22 years of experience. Please note that LegalShield provides access to legal services offered by a network of provider law firms to its members.

Instead of paying a lawyer by the hour, you pay a small membership fee with LegalShield and have access to a dedicated provider law firm in your state for the legal services membership you select but without a huge bill. Prices and coverage vary depending on the membership services you select.

Yes. Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. began doing business as LegalShield on September 10, 2011. While the name we do business as has changed, we’re the same organization with over 50 years in business and offer an even more robust suite of services.

LegalShield is a pre-paid monthly subscription service that operates in a highly regulated industry monitored by the FTC. Our mission for more than 50 years has been to protect and empower people with the tools and services needed to affordably live a just and secure life.

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While we have a variety of sales channels, we believe in helping our independent associates find empowerment as business owners. While there can be negative stigmas around MLM sales channels, we assure you that our products and services are real. Today, we continue to harness the power of technology to empower over 4.5 million individuals and 140,000 businesses across the United States and parts of Canada to take their future into their own hands through our tools, services, and partnerships.

Personal Plans from LegalShield cover most personal legal issues. Most day-to-day legal issues are covered by the standard member benefits with no additional fees. If your specific personal legal need is more unique and requires additional legal assistance beyond the standard benefits, your provider law firm can help you at a discount off their standard hourly rates. If you still have questions on coverage, call us at (833)-951-2754. LegalShield provider law firms do not assist with International Law, Military Law and Tribal Law.

Most pre-existing situations can receive consultation and a discount from the provider law firm’s standard hourly rate. There are exclusions and exceptions, but your provider law firm can provide advice and possibly more on most pre-existing situations. Current exclusions and exceptions include:

  • Any civil action, motor vehicle tickets or charges relating to an event that happened before starting your membership.
  • Any IRS inquiry, investigation, or notice received before the start of your membership.

With a LegalShield membership, you don’t have to. There’s no countless hours of researching. No stressing, no guessing. LegalShield takes the vetting and selection of law firms very seriously. You can be assured that all the dedicated provider law firms are experienced. They actually have an average of 22 years of experience!

Each state and some parts of Canada each have their own dedicated law firm. Members are to contact their dedicated provider law firm for membership services.

As a member you can contact your provider law firm right from the LegalShield mobile app or call them directly. A customer service representative will ask you what type of legal matter you have, verify your address and phone numbers, gather information about your legal matter, and forward your information to the assigned provider lawyer.

It depends on your legal matter/situation. When you contact your dedicated provider law firm and explain your legal situation, they will have a provider lawyer call you. Once you speak directly with the assigned lawyer, they will be able to determine what legal assistance is needed for your specific situation.

You may not work with the same lawyers if you have legal issues in totally different areas of law. However, you will work with the same provider law firm for your covered legal needs.

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