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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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June 22nd, 2021

I pay 689.00 for a packaged deal that says a registered agent is included and then I get charged 249.00 for a registered agent and told I didn't pay for it so why do I think it's included, because it says the word included in the receipt for 689.00. They will manipulate people to get more money and charge your credit card without your approval. Because they tried charging mine when I only approved 689.00 packaged deal and then they tried to tack on 280.00 in membership fees. When I tried to question them conveniently for them the call kept on failing.

Tip for consumers:
Don’t sign up. Contact your Secretary of State and save yourself the headache. Oh and save a ton of money.

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April 15th, 2016
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Kris helped me understand all aspects of the process. He was kind and patient in answering my questions. I had avoided the process of filing because I was not clear about the process. But Kris helped me through everything. I wish all agents had the same type of personality like Kris!

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Hi Rachel, we are happy to be of service to you. Thanks for sharing your experience.

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August 12th, 2020

Careful of subscribing for some of their services. If you want to cancel, they still charge you on a loophole. I. e. To dissolve your business Legal zoom requires you to contact the Sec. Of State in order to honor your request to cancel. They can do that and charge you $139 to do so, if not they will charge you the full yearly charge $240).

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Hi Bill. It is very important to us to try and improve the situation when there has been any dissatisfaction with our service. We'd like to investigate this further and assist with resolving things. Please contact a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com.

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May 23rd, 2016

We used legal zoom to set up our business and they continued to charge for service after canceled. And then charged a fee and made us believe that we had to keep there service by only explaining a part of the law.

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Hi Robert, it is very important to us that our customers are happy with the products and services we offer. We want you to be satisfied and I'd like to assist you in finding a resolution. Please contact us directly to discuss your charges via help@legalzoom.com.

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April 15th, 2016

I have set up 4 LLCs through this company. All works well until they screw you for add ons and you start to see monthly charges come out of your account. They scam you when you set up your business. Stay away.

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Hi Rob, we wanted to let you know that we are very sorry about your experience with LegalZoom. We do our best to make sure every customer is happy and it seems we fell short of that goal in this situation. We’d like to learn more about how we could have improved your experience with us, or if you just wanted share exactly what happened so we can do a better job for other customers in the future. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience via help@legalzoom.com, I look forward to hearing how we can make this right.

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November 2nd, 2023
Verified purchase

Thank you Legal Zoom and Steven for your expertise and guidance with my LLC! They assist you through every detail of your business! ISteven is very professional and knowledgeable.
I highly recommend Legal Zoom, it's worth the money!

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Your positive feedback made our day! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, Rosie.

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March 3rd, 2016

Never sign up on auto pay with this company, they will never let you know what's going on and just keep charging your account. You can do everything they say they can do buy yourself, with less cost and headaches.

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Hi Brian, we are happy to review your account & contact you directly to resolve any concerns. We’d like to learn more about how we could have improved your experience with us, or if you just wanted share exactly what happened so we can do a better job for other customers in the future. Please feel free to also contact a manager directly at your convenience via help@legalzoom.com. We look forward to hearing how we can make this right.

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October 19th, 2015
Verified purchase

This site is really unique, it lets u set up any papers u want with a low cost. Im glad I was able to have these papers drawn up by an attorney. I really like this site, mainly because its done in the privacy of your home, not in an attoneys office. Papers were done in about 2 wks, fast and efficient.

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Hi Karen, glad we could help you. Thanks so much for being a valued customer!

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December 12th, 2022
Verified purchase

They sold me QuickBooks essentials which said that it came with payroll for 55 a month then they never set up payroll or allowed access for me to set up. Then to get in contact with them you get put on a 3 week wait just to talk to someone. They finally called after 3 weeks and told me that payroll was actually extra and it would be 109 dollars a month. When I go to QuickBooks online they have a deal for 37 dollars a month which includes payroll and even have cheaper options then that. Then I also paid for legal advisory again you have to schedule a call 3 weeks in advance. Not sure how much help that is if you have an issue that needs resolved right away. They don't respond to emails either.
Terrible money skeme. Itd be different if they were actually helpful in setting all this up but given the time you have to wait to talk to anyone idk what your paying for you might as well do it yourself.

Tip for consumers:
That I wasnt paying for help. they are just trying to sell you products not actual advise or services.

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August 18th, 2023
Verified purchase

Ravel, took my business and made it personal to him. He took my questions seriously and guided me through the process in a very professional manner. He made me feel at ease with my situation. He also provided me with the resources to get my business handled and even offered to follow-up with my situation and continue to guide me through it. Ravel, was easy and pleasant to speak with and made it a great experience. Definitely an amazing job!

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This is wonderful feedback to share regarding your interaction with Ravel. Thank you so much for taking the time to share, Teddy.

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March 17th, 2020
Verified purchase

I could not access my new will on the website. I used the chat function and spoke to "Aimee". She let me know that the system was having trouble with access to documents today. She was able to email me my will. She handled my problem quickly and professionally.

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Hi Ruth, thank you so much for taking the time to share this review. Please let us know if we can help with anything else.

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January 30th, 2017

I hired Legal Zoom to file articles of Incorporation in the State of South Carolina. This can be done online the same day, yet after almost 30 days, I am still in "delayed" status despite having provided all necessary and required information.

I suspect legal zoom does not have a licensed SC attorney to sign off on the corporation paperwork, yet they are taking money and claiming they can perform these legal services. I have had no communication from Legal Zoom now that they have my money, and due to the delay, my client is angry with me.

Stay away from Legal Zoom, as they are not ethical in their business dealings. I am filing complaints with the SC Bar Association so they can investigate to see if Legal Zoom is, in fact licensed to perform the services they claim they can handle.

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Hi Trevor, we are constantly striving to ensure the satisfaction of each customer and it seems we fell short of that goal in this situation. Please be mindful sometimes the turnaround time for entity filings vary depending on the time frame requested during your online purchase. We will review your account to determine the current status of your order and contact you directly in effort to try & make this a better experience. Please feel free to also contact a manager directly any time via help@legalzoom.com.

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January 15th, 2016
Verified purchase

I have talked with a lot of LegaZoom departments and operators. The most helpful, courteous, friendly person I have ever had the pleasure of working with, is Jordan Leonard! Jordan, took his time to really listen to the problem I was having. Other operators blew me off and did not help me. Jordan, not only listened and verified my problem, he put me on hold and helped me solve the problem in record time! I am grateful for the time he took to help and how courteous he always was with me.
Because, of the positive experience Jordan, gave me, I would recommend
LegalZoom to my friends and family. Please, thank Jordan, once more for being the most courteous & helpful person I have ever had the pleasure of working with!
Awesome,

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Hi Sherry, thank you for being a valued customer. We really appreciate you taking time to share your experience & kind words.

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November 4th, 2019
Verified purchase

I have had many questions with the process and could not communicate through the phone service. I could not get to a real person and I became very unsure of the site and the service that I just paid for. I finally saw the chat at the bottom of the website page, when I was frustrated and trying to find a way to communicate with customer service to get some help, I was wanting to cancel! Then the rep Brian answered on CHAT and helped answer my questions. He restored my faith in Legalzoom and made me feel confident in my decision to work with LegalZoom. Thank you Brian, you saved my business.

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Hi Tina, thank you very much for your review. We work really hard to make our customers feel like they are in good hands, so we're happy to see that reflected in your experience. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help!

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June 28th, 2016
Verified purchase

Day or night Sonny has been by far the most helpful Represintstive In all of history! Always courteous, polite, knowledgable and most importantly timely and prompt in his responses. I have been dealing with Sonny since day 1 and he has always solved the issues at hand effortlessly. I feel he takes pride and ownership in his work. He is an asset to your company, and I will continue to use Legal Zooms services soley because of Sonny Kuo. His dedication, work ethic and professionalism are rare nowadays and should be rewarded as such. Its always a pleasure speaking with Sonny, and I felt it should be known!

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Hi Shawn, Thank you for sharing! We're delighted you've had such a great experience. And we'll be sure to share your kind words with Sonny. Thanks for being a valued Legalzoom customer.

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July 5th, 2023
Verified purchase

As stated, BOTH gentleman were approachable with their listening skills and professional with their input and knowledge of what was already founded to what needed to be completed going forward. It was a good interaction with both.

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Thank you so much for sharing, Mary!

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April 13th, 2023

I seriously don't understand how so many people can be so stupid. Genuinely don't understand how every I call customer service to get a simple issue resolved, it turns into a 3 hour nightmare where every representative tells you something different. Seriously the most incompetent people I have ever spoken with. Save yourself some time and don't use legal zoom, it suppose to be fast and easy, but I have used them to open 3 different LLCs, and Legal Zoom has been anything but fast and easy.

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi, there! Thank you for reaching out, we are so sorry that this was your experience. We can certainly understand your disappointment and would be happy to help. Please send us an email to socialmediaoutreach@legalzoom.com with your account information, and we'll look into this right away.

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October 27th, 2019
Verified purchase

I had an online chat with representative (Michelle), and she was able to address all of my questions and resolve the issue. I was in a time crunch Michelle was responsive and addressed the issue right away.

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Hi Doug, thanks for taking time to share this review. Glad we were able to provide you with the quick service you needed. Please let us know if we can help with anything else.

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June 5th, 2023

Sabrina was excellent with her knowledge and professionalism. Legal zoom stayed on the phone with me through the entire application process and help me understand next step when applying for 501c3 application with them abs IRS. I was extremely pleased with the service I was provided. They are so easy to get in touch with. Thank you Sabrina for all your help. Excellent customer service!

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Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your journey, Jamie! We wish you the best with your small business and we're delighted to share this with Sabrina and the team.

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July 25th, 2023
Verified purchase

They listened and took care of all of my needs would take the time to explain things over and over until I could understand the process. Very grateful for the clear communication I'm grateful to continue to use them for my business needs.

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Thank you for taking the time to let us know that our work has been helpful to you. We appreciate your feedback, Abigail.

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June 12th, 2023

I am not a tech savvy person. However, as an theater artist in today's world, being knowledgeable about what's available in the tech world is necessary, Legal Zoom was recommended to me by a Book Agent, and I am so happy I used their services.

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We love to hear this, thank you so much for taking the time to share, Victoria!

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November 7th, 2016
Verified purchase

This process is so simply and easy and intuitive. Not being an expert on trademarks, it was so nice and refreshing to use this simple process that is set up in such a streamlined and easy to understand manner.

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We are so glad we could help you with your Trademark needs. Thanks for sharing your experience.

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July 13th, 2023
Verified purchase

I called LegalZoom to talk about making my Will for the first time. I spoke with Joe. He listened & understood my needs regarding a Will & HeathCare Directive. He was professional & knowledgeable, suggesting additional products that I might find useful. I was writing notes as we spoke & read back to him what I understood. Joe was very patient. I appreciate the time he spent with me.

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We're delighted to hear about your pleasant experience with Joe! Thank you for sharing, Leslie.

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July 5th, 2023

Paid $350 for a dba and was pawned off to a 3rd party vendor who did little to help me. Then I received two phone calls from Legalzoom, paid $145 for something I never received, and lost my money. I disputed the charge with my bank and wrote an email to Legalzoom outlining the phone numbers, names, and dates of the calls from Legalzoom asking them to verify if those are their numbers and employees. They refuse to answer me in writing. I don't trust Legalzoom or have any confidence in them and would prefer to communicate with them in writing. It's suspicious that they only want to talk on the phone - where it is more difficult to document the conversation.

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LegalZoom refuses to answer questions in writing/via email. This is abnormal for any company and very concerning for a company who puts themselves up a being professionals on legal matters.

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Hi, Sharon! We apologize for falling short of your expectations. We will have a member of our Executive Escalations Team reach out to you within one business day to address your concerns.

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June 8th, 2023

There was an issue where I accidently signed up for more subscriptions than I needed Cynthia helped me tremendously, She understood my situation and quickly helped me navigate the best way forward. Legal Zoom gave me a Rocky start at First but quickly rebounded

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Thank you for sharing your experience, David. Your insights have been truly invaluable.

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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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