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Talk to a Lawyer About Divorce, Custody and Support

Whether you’re facing a divorce, working out custody, or planning a prenup, you should talk to a LegalShield® provider law firm about your family law issue for help with answers - starting at $39.95/month. Why break the bank when you have LegalShield?

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4.5 million people covered by LegalShield
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Lawyers avg 22 years of experience
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Plans start at around $1/day
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Established in 1972
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Save on everyday items with MEMBERPerks
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4.5 million people covered by LegalShield
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Lawyers avg 22 years of experience
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Plans start at around $1/day
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Established in 1972
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Save on everyday items with MEMBERPerks
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What Does Family Law Cover?

Family law covers the legal side of family life: marriage, divorce, separation, child custody and support, adoption, and name changes. Most family law matters don’t start in a courtroom, they start with a question. We’re here to provide answers.

Family law issues involve formal documents, court filings, or negotiation with another party. A lawyer can help with advice on a filing deadline or signing an agreement you’d regret. LegalShield gives you access to a law firm for your family law questions, including legal issues that existed before you joined.

Divorce, Custody, Support, Adoption and More: What Each Involves

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Divorce

Ends your marriage and settles assets, support, and filings. A lawyer answers your questions and reviews agreements before you sign. Advanced and Premium plans cover uncontested divorce.

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Name Change

Legally changes your name through a court application. Your provider lawyer prepares the filing and attends the initial hearing if the court requires one.

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Child Custody

Decides where your kids live and how parenting time gets shared. A lawyer explains your rights and helps protect your time with them.

Family support with heart icon.

Child / Spousal Support

Sets what one parent or spouse pays the other. A lawyer advises on what you are owed or what you owe before the numbers get decided for you.

Pre- or postnuptial agreements icon.

Pre-nuptial / Post-nuptial Agreements

Puts asset terms in writing before or after you marry, protecting both of you. Available on Advanced and Premium plans.

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Adoption

Makes a child legally part of your family. Advanced and Premium plans cover uncontested adoption of a minor child.

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Legal Separation

If you want to live apart from your spouse without getting divorced, a lawyer can answer your questions.

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When you might need a lawyer for family law

Most people wait too long. This is your chance to be proactive. If any of these situations apply, get legal help soon.

A court date or filing deadline exists

Deadlines shape your options, and missing one might cost you rights you never knew you had.

The other party hired a lawyer

When one side has legal advice and the other does not, the informed side sets the terms.

Someone asked you to sign a document

Your provider law firm reviews documents before you sign, so you know what you agree to.

Money, property, or support payments are at stake

A lawyer helps you understand what you are owed or what you owe before the numbers get decided for you.

When should you seek family law legal services?

Common Family Law Situations

See how a provider law firm handles the family law matters people bring most often.

You and your spouse agree on the divorce terms.

When both parties agree in writing and net marital assets stay under $500K, your provider law firm may handle the uncontested divorce under Advanced and Premium plans.

You want to change your name after marriage or divorce.

Your law firm can prepare the petition and attend the initial hearing if the court requires one for uncontested name changes.

You want a prenup, but you are already engaged or married.

Your law firm can advise on and prepare prenuptial and postnuptial agreements where your state allows them under Advanced and Premium plans.

Your ex stopped paying support.

A letter from a law firm on legal letterhead may help resolve some disputes before they reach court.

What Members Say

Trustpilot five-star rating
I spent 90 minutes on the phone with the LegalShield representative regarding some family law nuances. She was amazing, detailed, and it was very informative. The membership pays for itself in spades.
Sasha
,
ON Member
April 7, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
I had an outstanding experience with LegalShield during one of the most difficult seasons of my life—my divorce. From start to finish, the process was handled with professionalism, clarity, and genuine care.
Clay
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VA Member
April 7, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
They’re very helpful and provided answers to my questions. Going through separation is stressful enough and having your questions answered give comfort to move forward.
Ivy
,
AL Member
April 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
Thank you LegalShield for providing your services... Over the years they helped me to get provision after my car accident, helped with my divorce, and helped me fill out real estate paperwork.
Stacey
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FL Member
April 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
Lawyer at your fingertips: I’ve been with LegalShield for a few years on and off. They take the hassle out of legal issues that may arise whether it be writing up a will or filing for divorce.
Vivian
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CO Member
April 5, 2026
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What Your Provider Lawyer Handles

Unlimited advice is abstract. Here's what it looks like in practice.

Get answers to family law questions

Answering family law questions on an unlimited number of personal legal matters, including pre-existing ones.

Review documents before you sign

Reviewing documents (up to 15, 25, or 35 pages depending on plan) before you sign.

Resolve disputes with a letter or call

Sending a letter or making a call on your behalf to help resolve a dispute

Complete an uncontested name change

Preparing an uncontested name change documents court application and attending initial hearing.

Handle uncontested divorce, separation, and adoption

Obtaining an uncontested divorce, separation, and adoption of a minor child (under Advanced and Premium plans)

Prepare a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement

Preparing pre-nuptial / postnuptial agreements (under Advanced and Premium plans)

Pick your plan

Here’s what each plan covers - see this table for what kind of help is available for other areas of law.

Monthly
Yearly

Premium

Speak with a lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues with our most robust suite of legal services at your disposal.
$59.95
/mo
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Includes all Advanced Plan features
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Establish a trust
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Assistance with a simplified probate
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Defense on death-related traffic charges
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Representation during an IRS tax audit
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25% discount on additional services
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Document review up to 35 pages
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Even more traffic ticket assistance
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Additional assistance for driver’s license reinstatement
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Expanded vehicle property damage collection
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Online Notarization (unlimited)
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e-Signature (unlimited)

Advanced

Most Popular
Speak with a lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues and get enhanced legal support for your family.
$49.95
/mo
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Includes all Basic Plan features
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Annual updates to your Will
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Navigate an uncontested divorce
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Protect marital assets with a prenuptial agreement or uncontested separation/annulment
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Uncontested Adoption
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Review and negotiate rental leases as a tenant
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Reinstate your driver’s license
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Review mortgage documents
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Collect vehicle property damages
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Covers you, your spouse and eligible child dependents
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20% discount on additional services
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Document review up to 25 pages
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Additional traffic ticket coverage
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Online Notarization (5 per year)
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e-Signature (unlimited)

Basic

Speak with a lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues.
$39.95
/mo
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Prepare your Will
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Create your Power of Attorney
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Representation on traffic tickets
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Defense for civil trials*
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Advice on consumer disputes (e.g., debt, billing & warranty issues)
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Covers you and your spouse
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MEMBERPerks
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24/7 Emergency Access for Covered Situations
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15% discount on additional services
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Document review up to 15 pages
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Online Notarization (1 per year)
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e-Signature (unlimited)

*See table below for full details.

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Premium

$59.95
/mo
Most Popular

Advanced

$49.95
/mo

Basic

$39.95
/mo

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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​
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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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​
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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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​
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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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​
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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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​
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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
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
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Requires a $250 fee for each person
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​
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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
​
Primary Member
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
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​
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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
​
Primary Member
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member
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Available after 180 days
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​
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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
​
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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​
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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
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents over the age of 18
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Review lease agreements
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member
​
Review lease agreements
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​
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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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
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Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
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
​
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
​
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
​
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
​
Primary Member
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Available after 10 days
​
​
​

Legal

Legal research

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

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

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Unlimited number of personal legal issues
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents over the age of 18
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Unlimited number of personal legal issues
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Unlimited number of personal legal issues
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
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Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
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​
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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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
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
​
15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
For covered emergency events
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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For covered emergency events
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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For covered emergency events
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​
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MEMBERPerks

Save money on hundreds of your favorite brands!

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

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Premium

Speak with a lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues with our most robust suite of legal services at your disposal.
$53.95
/mo

billed annually at

$647.46

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Includes all Advanced Plan features
​
Establish a trust
​
Assistance with a simplified probate
​
Defense on death-related traffic charges
​
Representation during an IRS tax audit
​
25% discount on additional services
​
Document review up to 35 pages
​
Even more traffic ticket assistance
​
Additional assistance for driver’s license reinstatement
​
Expanded vehicle property damage collection
​
Online Notarization (unlimited)
​
e-Signature (unlimited)

Advanced

Most Popular
Speak with a lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues and get enhanced legal support for your family.
$44.95
/mo

billed annually at

$539.46

​
Includes all Basic Plan features
​
Annual updates to your Will
​
Navigate an uncontested divorce
​
Protect marital assets with a prenuptial agreement or uncontested separation/annulment
​
Uncontested Adoption
​
Review and negotiate rental leases as a tenant
​
Reinstate your driver’s license
​
Review mortgage documents
​
Collect vehicle property damages
​
Covers you, your spouse and eligible child dependents
​
20% discount on additional services
​
Document review up to 25 pages
​
Additional traffic ticket coverage
​
Online Notarization (5 per year)
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e-Signature (unlimited)

Basic

Speak with a lawyer on an unlimited number of personal legal issues.
$35.95
/mo

billed annually at

$431.46

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Prepare your Will
​
Create your Power of Attorney
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Representation on traffic tickets
​
Defense for civil trials*
​
Advice on consumer disputes (e.g., debt, billing & warranty issues)
​
Covers you and your spouse
​
MEMBERPerks
​
24/7 Emergency Access for Covered Situations
​
15% discount on additional services
​
Document review up to 15 pages
​
Online Notarization (1 per year)
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e-Signature (unlimited)

*See table below for full details.

Compare Plans

Premium

$53.95
/mo

billed annually at$647.46

Most Popular

Advanced

$44.95
/mo

billed annually at$539.46

Basic

$35.95
/mo

billed annually at$431.46

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Unlimited personal documents up to 15 pages
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
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Unlimited personal documents up to 25 pages
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
1 letter or phone call per legal issue
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
1 letter or phone call per legal issue
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
1 letter or phone call per legal issue
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Additional updates available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Includes annual updates
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
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
​
1 per year
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
5 per year
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Unlimited
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Unlimited
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Unlimited
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
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
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Available after 180 days
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Available after 180 days
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Available after 180 days
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Available after 180 days
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Updates available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Includes annual updates
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Requires a $250 fee for each person
​
​
​

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

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

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

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Review mortgage documents
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Review mortgage documents
​
​
​

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

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

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

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
1 ticket per year for each covered member; Requires a $79 fee; Available after 90 days
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents over the age of 18
​
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
​
Primary Member
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Only available under the 15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Only available under the 20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Available after 10 days
​
​
​

Legal

Legal research

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

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

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Unlimited number of personal legal issues
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents over the age of 18
​
Unlimited number of personal legal issues
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Unlimited number of personal legal issues
​
​
​

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Preparation of Durable Power of Attorney
​
​
​

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

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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
15% discount
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
20% discount
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
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
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
For covered emergency events
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
For covered emergency events
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
For covered emergency events
​
​
​

MEMBERPerks

Save money on hundreds of your favorite brands!

Basic Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse
​
Save with merchant discounts
Advanced Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Save with merchant discounts
Premium Plan Coverage
​
Primary Member, Spouse, Dependents
​
Save with merchant discounts
​
​
​

**Membership must be active at least 10 - 90-days, depending on plan selected, before benefit is available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Advanced and Premium plans include uncontested divorce when both parties agree in writing and net marital assets stay under $500K. The benefit starts 180 days after your membership begins. Contested matters may receive a discount off the provider firm’s standard hourly rate.

Advanced and Premium plans include pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreement preparation where your state allows them, available after the applicable 180-day waiting period.

Your provider law firm can prepare the court application and attend the initial hearing if required. This benefit is available after the applicable 180-day waiting period.

Plans start at $39.95 a month with no hourly fees for covered benefits. Your membership covers family law along with other personal legal matter, from traffic tickets to landlord disputes to estate planning. Visitors can compare all three plans on the pricing page.

No. Advice and consultation on personal legal matters is included with membership, including pre-existing issues.

Depending on your plan, you may receive a discount off the provider firm’s standard hourly rate for matters beyond covered benefits.

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