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LegalZoom has a rating of 3.7 stars from 1,787 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with LegalZoom most frequently mention customer service, great job, and new business. LegalZoom ranks 5th among Legal Services sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 79.9%
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Top Positive Review

“Reliable Service”

Robert T.
3/22/24

After four years of not communicating with LegalZoom they were extremely cooperative on getting my account recovered and up to date. When it came to federal law they were prompt to keep me updated on mandates and regulations. Very professional and well mannered business.

Top Critical Review

“Long wait times, bad customer support, and no refunds.”

Samuel A.
8/5/24

The most horrible customer support and the longest wait times I have ever experienced. I purchased an LLC package with all the bells and whistles to include expedited processing. After two months of waiting, broken promises from customer support ("It will be finished today, we are so sorry for the wait..."), many unanswered questions, no contact, hours on the phone and in chat rooms, and a refusal to refund services not rendered, I cannot recommend LegalZoom.

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August 23rd, 2023
Verified purchase

He agent was very excited about my company which in turn made me even more excited about this launch. I think it's beneficial to say that I didn't feel pushed into buying more or up-selling more than I needed. Thank you for that and listening to my business plan.

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We love hearing this, Michael! Thank you for sharing.

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July 17th, 2023
Verified purchase

I have been running a small business for 3 years now as a sole prop. I am growing and decided getting my LLC would be the next step for me. LZ made the process so quick, easy and affordable. My contact was able to easily explain the process and the differences between the different options available and how they differed in their use for me personally. This is a big next step for my business and I'm excited for the opportunities this decision will bring.

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Your positive feedback motivates us to keep doing our best. Thank you, Anthony, for taking the time share, and we wish you the best with your small businesses.

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June 12th, 2020

I bought a will in 2018, and that purchase came with a 30 day free trial of "Legal Advantage Plus." What I didn't realize was that the free trial turned into a paid subscription after 30 days, and since they had my credit card number, they could successfully charge me $15 a month. Its on me that I didn't spot the payments on my credit card statements until now, but shame on them for the approach. You'll note in my image that the cute little free trial is still active (now canceled). They don't even bother showing it as a paid subscription. I'm paying for something they say is free!?

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April 14th, 2020
Verified purchase

I'm an 83 year old, computer challenged senior. If not for Aimee's cheerful, fluent, and kind assistance, I might have taken a dive off my 22nd floor balcony. What she experienced helping me might have driven her to dive off her balcony, but she hung in there with me, never once showing any sign of stress at my lack of computer skills. I can't say enough good things about my experience and her guidance.

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Hi John, thank you very much for your review. We work really hard to make our customers feel like they are in good hands, (and not want to jump off a balcony - lol). We're so happy to see that reflected in your experience. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help! We're here for you.

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November 20th, 2015

The site is difficult to navigate to make necessary changes and set up an Attorney Consultation. It took us several hours and several calls to finally accomplish what we had intended to do. Eventually, we talked with a couple of associates who were very helpful and able to guide us through the process we needed to complete.

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Hi David, we are very sorry to hear about trouble you experienced when navigating through our site. It is LegalZoom's goal to provide its valued customers, such as you are, with exceptional service during every interaction. Your comments and experience are important to us and we appreciate and welcome your feedback. Please be reassured that we will forward your comments to review our operations and determine where improvements need to be made. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to contact help@legalzoom.com.

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February 8th, 2024
Verified purchase

Nicole, Ashley & all of the Legal Zoom staff were so concerned about my business that they took all the time necessary to make this legal process a very in a sense user friendly session

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Thank you for your thoughtful and positive feedback. It is much appreciated, Eugene.

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April 1st, 2017

Legal Zoom is the worst company you can Use. They were taking forever to get my new company filed with the state. After three weeks of painful waiting on "$#*!zoom" I decided to use my local guy... I got my company filed and received Division of Corporations all in just two days.

I would never recommend legalzoom or ever use them again. Save you money use your local people. Most likely your CPA would be able to assist with something like this or he would know someone who can.

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We're really disappointed that you've had a less than satisfying experience with us and we want to have an opportunity to make things right. Please contact a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com and we will do everything possible to make this experience a better one.

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June 30th, 2021

I used Legal Zoom to create my LLC in 2017. I paid for the $399 service and all went well and I was quite pleased with the service. Now 4 years later I have received a letter from a Dallas Texas law firm stating that I owe $399 or will face legal action. Legal Zoom has some shady business tactics that have been expressed time and time again. I will never again use the services of this firm.

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June 22nd, 2023
Verified purchase

I was skeptical when choosing who to use to help create my business. After speaking with Chris, one of legal zooms business specialist, I felt confident that I made the right choice. He was knowledgeable, personable and I never once felt like decisions had to be made right then and there. When I had questions, he answered them in ways I could best understand. I am looking forward to my continued journey with Legal Zoom.

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We're so stoked to receive wonderful feedback like this, Jenna! Thank you for taking the time to share, and good luck with your small business.

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September 8th, 2016

I'm in the process with them for an LLC, it started 2 weeks ago and I paid for the two week package, the misspelled the business name it got fixed, then they send me an email I needed to contact them no explanation, more than 20 min on hold, they tell me the name might get rejected by the state we go forward, then they put my order on hold again because they had issues with my address, it was misspelled. Fine mistakes happen however everything was fixed by the 30 th of last month and then when I called to check on the order they told me they waited am extra 7 days to file it and I'm livid there was no need to wait that long. If I'd known this was going to happen I would have done the entire thing by myself. So now I have to wait two more weeks to see what's going on and can't start my business yet.

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Hi Elisabeta, we're so sorry about your experience with LegalZoom. We are constantly striving to ensure the satisfaction of each customer and it seems we fell short of that goal in this situation. Please contact us so we can resolve the LLC issues for you. You can reach me at: help@legalzoom.com.

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January 20th, 2016

I bought a couple documents from Legal Zoom. And without my consent, they signed me up for a recurring charge of $15/month. They didn't have a button on their website to cancel it, requiring I call in speak to 3 people and wait on hold for a half hour. Feels like a pretty straightforward scam to get unnoticed charges through and with an intentionally annoying cancel process. Hard to trust a dirtbag company like this with any important legal document.

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Hi Greg, we’re sorry for any inconvenience you had in contacting us for subscription cancellation. Your comments and experience are truly valuable to us and we appreciate your feedback. Please be aware that subscription services are not automatically attached to any customer's account without consent or authorization. Our website’s pricing page & questionnaire outline all packages options along with details on cancellation of any trial subscription. We apologize for any misunderstanding or miscommunication on our part. We are very happy to review your account, assist you with a resolution and try to make this a better experience. Please feel free to also contact us directly via help@legalzoom.com.

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1 review
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December 23rd, 2015

I have used Legal Zoom many times in the past and was pleased. This time, the customer service was terrible and turnaround incredibly slow. I could have filed these documents myself much faster. I still don't have all of my documents and the story/excuse is different everytime I contact them. I even paid for the expedited corporate elite package.

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi Kay, I could not be more apologetic about your experience this time around. I will review your order & see what can be done to make this experience better. Please feel free to also contact me directly via help@legalzoom.com.

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July 17th, 2023
Verified purchase

Eden was very knowledgeable, respectful and understanding despite me starting the call upset. I really appreciate Eden's ability to answer my questions calmly helped me understand my options and why your service is beneficial. I feel better educated and able to move forward more thanks to Eden's exceptional service!

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We appreciate you, Katherine, for taking time to share your experience with Eden.

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September 6th, 2018

Beware of Companies Posing isn't there a law against this Don't call them. Poor service and a rip-off! I'm disappointed with their customer service. Fast response is what they promise but i am shocked to see their bad service. I have been scammed by this company.

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Hi Qaza, we're sorry to hear you feel you've been scammed & haven't received the best service. We'd like to investigate this further & provide a resolution. Please contact a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com.

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October 14th, 2019
Verified purchase

I really don't have to much luck with any customer service and Michelle was so comprehensive and not complicated at all. Got my point right away and helped right away. The overall service of my orders were great as well.

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Hi Jessyca, we glad to hear that we were able to change your luck with customer service. Thanks for sharing your experience and please let us know if we can help with anything else.

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May 24th, 2016
Verified purchase

Very impressed that legal zoom emailed me explaining what the status on our dissolution of LLC. -Legal Zoom has been very good to us over the past 3-4 years only one bad experience was when we called and the associate who answered was not polite and not very knowledgeable.

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi Kevin, I am very sorry to hear about the previous customer care experience and happy you allowed us another chance to make things right. Thank you for sharing your thoughts & for being our valued customer.

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October 3rd, 2019

I chatted with Michelle whom which was very patient, knowledgeable, and understanding of my current situation. She provided me with the information that I needed without hesitation, enabling me to handle my business, instead of vice versa. Very much appreciated.

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Hi William, we very must appreciate you taking time to leave this excellent review.

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July 25th, 2023
Verified purchase

Alicia was Amazingly knowledgeable not to mention polite. It's nice to know there're people who still value and appreciate customers and show pride in performing their duties at their place of employment.

This contact with legal zoom was for an LLC start up, I wish I could afford to hire Alicia, maybe one day I will.
Thank you Alicia

Li Zhou

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Your willingness to share your experience, Alicia, is greatly appreciated. We wish you the best with your LLC, Li.

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July 19th, 2023
Verified purchase

Thus far my experience with legalzoom is great. The creation process was easy to understand and navigate and was almost immediately followed up with a representative to make sure everything was correct and also the way i intended. The follow up call was crucial because Brian while reviewing my order helped me catch a mistake i made and directed me how to get it fixed.

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Your positive feedback is a wonderful source of encouragement. Thank you, John!

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2 reviews
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February 23rd, 2016
Verified purchase

Legal Zoom helped me petition for a trademark with the USA Office of Trademarks/Patents in Washington, D. C. They assisted with the forms and posted me on timings, next steps, et al.

My petition was approved within the timetable detailed for me by Legal Zoom.

What a relief and inroad. One of my critical commercial elements is now protected.

Thank you, Legal Zoom!

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So glad we could help you Eric. Thank you for sharing!

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January 14th, 2016
Verified purchase

I lost the documents that LegalZoom had pre-paired for me six months prior.
I called them on a Friday to see if they could help me and had the documents in my hands via e-mail by Monday. I could not have expected more. They are very professional and expedient. I will use them again.

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We are so happy we could help Steve. Thanks for sharing this fantastic experience!

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November 1st, 2023
Verified purchase
• Updated review

Speaking with 'Dee' made the process very easy. 'Dee' was able to explain to me which services were recommended and she was very knowledgeable in all the services the company offers. Choosing a package was very simple & quick. I appreciate the awesome customer service I received from 'Dee' and I look forward to speaking with her again in the near future, GOD willing

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This incredible feedback and we appreciate you for sharing, Pamm.

"DEE" is the greatest
November 1st, 2023
Verified purchase
• Previous review

Dee was very knowledgeable about which services I needed and the process very easy. I truly enjoyed my experience with her.

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May 10th, 2023
Verified purchase

I went into the call with a very vague idea of what I was doing or needing and Lorie helped steer me the right direction. She was very informative about the services they offer without making me feel pressures into buying anything I did not need.

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We appreciate you for sharing your experience. It means a lot to us, Christopher.

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December 20th, 2019
Verified purchase

Aimee was great! I was only in town for a couple of days to sign new wills for my Mother and Father. I could not print out the new wills because it takes 2-4 days to process, but Aimee was able to get the processing expedited to print at the end of the same day, and saved me an additional long trip into town to take care of this for my parents.
Thank You

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Glad to know we were able to help and provide you with the expedited service you needed. Thanks so much for sharing, please let us know if we can help with anything else.

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December 5th, 2019
Verified purchase

I went online today to have an issue resolved. My first contact was with "Greg" online and then with "Jason." Both were incompetent and falsely told me that they would get a "specialist" to help me and disbanded the "chat". I waited for 15 minutes but to no avail. An hour later, I tried the same process again and this time I "chatted" with Aimee. She was excellent and did NOT leave the chat and did not disappear. She said she would find the answer and will stay with me until the problem was resolved. This was a special individual who has the skill-est and the caring attitude to take care of a customer. I was very impressed with Aimee and and her professionalism. She is a great representative for LZ and I thought that you should know about her excellent caring and gracious attitude. Bravo Aimee!

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi Syed, we're so sorry your first couple of experiences were not our best. We're glad you were able to reach a representative who could turn things around for the better. Thanks for sharing and please let us know if we can help with anything else.

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LegalZoom is the best way to get legal help for your family and business. Ask business and personal legal questions, get advice on specific situations, have an attorney review your legal documents and more.

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Every year, Americans spend millions of dollars on routine legal services such as forming a business, applying to register a trademark or creating a last will. Others simply do not create essential legal documents because of the inconvenience and high cost. LegalZoom was established to provide an easy-to-use, one-stop online solution for people to handle common legal matters.

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