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Religious Institutions
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Describe the project or task LegalZoom helped with:

I used LegalZoom to register my nonprofit from incorporation at the state level through the 501c3 application (which was approved). They now act as my registered agent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about LegalZoom?

It is convenient and straight forward. Prices are clear and up front as well. It really simplified my needs when I didn't know where to start. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

I can't say that I disliked anything in what I have used them with so far. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What is LegalZoom?

Legal help is here - Tools and resources for families, entrepreneurs, and small businesses

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Legal help is here - Tools and resources for families, entrepreneurs, and small businesses


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LegalZoom
Year Founded
2001
HQ Location
Glendale, CA
Twitter
@legalzoom
20,994 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
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1,354 employees on LinkedIn®
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Joshua D.
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Joshua D.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
1.5 out of 5
"Pricing is not transparent"
Probably their portal experience. Its clean and easy.
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Verified UserSmall-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
0.0 out of 5
"This company is a complete fraud! Don't use it"
Nothing! This company is a scam and they will keep charging your CC. Be aware!
Brian S.
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Brian S.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
3.5 out of 5
"Easy to get started but can be a little confusing if you're new"
It takes a bunch of the guesswork out of starting a business. They offer everything that you might need to start your company and get it filed. The...

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Joshua D.
JD
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about LegalZoom?

Probably their portal experience. Its clean and easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

The pricing is not “flat-fee and transparent” as they like to tout on their website. What I thought would be a $500 expense based off their website pricing (Economy package + MN state filing fees + RA) turned into an actual $1,000 expense… Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LegalZoom:

Be careful and pay extra attention to pricing details. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

Wanted to register a C-Corp in Delaware and donit right. They did that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
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Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about LegalZoom?

Nothing! This company is a scam and they will keep charging your CC. Be aware! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

Everything. They put me in a very bad situation with my LLC not having been created on time for me to start invoicing my clients. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LegalZoom:

DO NOT GO WITH THIS COMPANY! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

I created an LLC with LegalZoom with expedited processing. The initial cost was $400, they ended up charging me $1000+. A month later, when I wanted to access my LLC documents, they havent filed anything, they have no history of my payments and completely refused to help out! I am disputing their charges as fraud! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Brian S.
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Owner
Marketing and Advertising
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What do you like best about LegalZoom?

It takes a bunch of the guesswork out of starting a business. They offer everything that you might need to start your company and get it filed. There are step-by-step instructions to get you started if you are a novice. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

Some of the options can be a little confusing. There are also many different things that Legal Zoom is going to try and upsell you on. You may think that you have to use what they are offering if you are not careful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

It allowed me to create my LLC, file the information with the state, and provide all of the paperwork I needed to get started. Their advocacy program saves so much time and aggrivation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Josh W.
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Founder
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about LegalZoom?

Fairly inexpensive and quick service for the most part. Nothing great about it, but it met our needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

Nothing really jumps out as a major issue, but the interface looks like it hasn't been updated in 15 years. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LegalZoom:

There may be cheaper, faster, or sleeker options out there but LegalZoom is a solid option. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

Filing the required legal documents to incorporate my business and acting as our registered agent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Christopher F.
CF
Director of Sales
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Describe the project or task LegalZoom helped with:

I have used legalzoom for the startup of my LLC when I opened a restaurant Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about LegalZoom?

Very easy to use and it guides you through every step to insure that documents are filled out correctly Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

Not something I would use for legal services that are very in depth or involved Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

Great prebuilt online forms that auto populate the areas needed. It guides you through every detail and forms are legally binding. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Financial Services
GF
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Describe the project or task LegalZoom helped with:

Used LegalZoom to create my business LLC and act as registered agent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about LegalZoom?

Very easy and smooth process to do many business and legal documents. Has nice web interface to access your documents later. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

They can be pricey when you start stacking many services, some that are pretty unnecessary. They use scare tactics to get you to purchase additional services that you can find for free or cheaper, but it's just faster to use LegalZoom at that moment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

Created an LLC. Was able to get my business set up quickly, and move on to the many other tasks necessary to run a business. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Management Consulting
OM
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Describe the project or task LegalZoom helped with:

Incorporation - S Corp - though you can do other types - LLC, etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about LegalZoom?

Easy and inexpensive. It is good if you want to keep costs down. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

It is not an actual lawyer. So - you have to be sure that you are interpreting correctly. If you have a larger project - you need a real lawyer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LegalZoom:

This is an inexpensive way to get legal advice. I would recommend it for very simple needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

Incorporation. The benefit is that this is USUALLY not a big deal - and can be done inexpensively with such a service. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ashley H.
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Deputy State's Attorney
Legal Services
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Describe the project or task LegalZoom helped with:

LegalZoom has decent forms and a generally decent outline of legal process, though you really need to ensure that the info is accurate and up to date for your state. You should also really seek review of any documents you print before filing them- unintended consequences can have extreme consequences Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about LegalZoom?

Printable/fillable forms that work very well. The "help" explanations are also very helpful for those not familiar with the legal system, though it troubles me a bit because it could be construed (in some circumstances) to be akin to legal advice. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

That you have to pay for the forms that are otherwise typically available at no charge through the judiciary website. I also worry with sites like this that it creates false hope and expectations for people when they read something online and the judicial system does't function as described or intended- a common theme in courts across the country. I know there are disclaimers and such, but having a video to really emphasize that courts have particular rules and practices and such would make the point more clear for those who aren't familiar with the functioning (or dysfunction!) of the legal system Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LegalZoom:

Be sure to verify the forms meet your needs for your particular state- there may have been updates to the rules, requirements, or forms Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Apparel & Fashion
OA
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Describe the project or task LegalZoom helped with:

I just got off of LegalZoom site I was looking at their prices to get my daughter Boutique registered soon. Their prices seem reasonable and not that expensive I think I will let LegalZoom do all my paperwork for her business Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you like best about LegalZoom?

I liked the best the way the website is set up and it’s easy to navigate. I like how you can chat with them to get help. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LegalZoom?

I don’t dislike LegalZoom at all. It’s great Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LegalZoom:

Great service and use them for business needs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LegalZoom solving and how is that benefiting you?

That getting a business started through LegalZoom is easy and they do the legwork for you. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Andy A.
AA
CEO and Founder
Marketing and Advertising
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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