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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): 80.4%
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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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Thumbnail of user wynandaj
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October 16th, 2015
Verified purchase

The experience was ok but I actually did not need this paperwork what I needed was a POLST form from my doctor the Living Will is totally useless I was told by the doctor; no one will follow it, So maybe some one should check this out so clients do not get out dated paperwork unknowingly. It is good I did not have another stroke before I found out about the POLST form

I also want hereby to cancel my membership of 6 months! For nothing

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We are constantly striving to ensure the satisfaction of each customer, and it seems we fell short of that goal in this situation. We are happy to review your concerns along with assisting you in cancellation. Please feel free to contact us directly with your account information via help@legalzoom.com.

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July 18th, 2023
Verified purchase

The whole process can be a daunting task and LZ made it simple and fairly straightforward. The "hand holding" was amazing and I wish more services delivered like LZ. Thanks.

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Thank you, Bobby, for recognizing our efforts and for your positive feedback. It means a lot to us.

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July 11th, 2023
Verified purchase

I called Legal zoom regarding a past do account and and not only was I brought up to current on my account but also gave me a discount. Excellent service!

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We're glad we could be there for you, Jonathan!

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February 6th, 2024
Verified purchase

I was very pleased with the experience and knowledge I received and the time spent with me to explain my options.

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Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Angela.

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October 18th, 2016

Great service! David was absolutely wonderful in answering all of my questions and making the process of obtaining my LLC easy and stress free! Thank you!

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Hi Christine, glad we were able to make things easy & stress free for you. Thanks so much for sharing your experience.

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March 2nd, 2018

I cant cancel my account fast enough. This is not a professional organization by any stretch of imagination. Every interaction with these people was painful, and utterly unproductive. I got transferred 3 times on first successful call back from them. The first lady was driving in a car, I had to ask her to roll up her window so i could understand her. She must have pulled off road because then we understood enough to get me transferred to next individual. At this point all I want to do is cancel my account. They then transfer me to final rep who then assures me that the account order is canceled and website will be updated to reflect this. Wrong 2 weeks later and nothing is updated on web site and no confirmation emails. I am currently waiting for a call back so that I can repeat the painful process of getting lied to again about my account. I will say that refund has been processed but account is still saying that i am to be charged 360.00 on March 15th for services I don't want or need. Web site will not cancel this order, puts me into an endless loop.
Horrible experience thus far. Have a business associate who went through the same run-around wish I had spoken to her before jumping on this train wreck.
Don't believe positive reviews as they are aberrations and do not reflect the truth.
I believe they are in over their head and don't have resources available to provide good customer service.

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Hi Scott, we have confirmed your order has been cancelled completed. We are very sorry for any miscommunication or confusion caused on our part. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact help@legalzoom.com.

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June 29th, 2023
Verified purchase

I have been a client with LegalZoom for over five years now always professional and expedient when it comes to any service, they provide thank you LegalZoom PS special shout out to Alizay Llanas very professional, hands-down

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Thank you, Timothy, for continuing to place your trust in us, and for sharing your experience.

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May 15th, 2017

Purchased basic DBA through legal zoom over 2 months ago still waiting and nobody knows anything other than we are still waiting and if you want to set on hold then this is the comp[any for you!

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi John, I am very sorry about any delay in your order. We will review your account & contact you directly to help resolve this. Please also feel free to contact a manager directly any time via help@legalzoom.com.

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February 17th, 2016

All they want is your money with nothing to give in return. How can a company that is involved with legal consultation, do illegal business conduct?! They promise you something, give you misleading information, and NEVER take accountability of their mistakes. They canceled one of my services without asking OR REFUNDING ME and got me in trouble. They promised me services and then changed the details after they go my money.
DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THEM

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Hi Bassel, we’re sorry that you felt your situation wasn’t properly addressed. Your comments and experience are truly valuable to us and we appreciate your feedback. We’re really interested in knowing what kind of resolution you’d like to see and are willing to do anything we can to improve your experience with LegalZoom. We will review your information & contact you directly. Please also feel free to contact us directly via help@legalzoom.com. We look forward to hearing how we can make this situation better.

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January 10th, 2024

I placed an order with Legalzoom back in September to update some documents with the state that I thought I needed to have professionally filed. I spent considerable time with a phone rep telling them exactly what I needed to have done and they told me the package I needed. The cost was $169. First, it took them almost a month just to review the order, then came emails with questions that I had already answered, then more weeks went by, then finally I get an email saying they didn't need to file anything with the state because the changes had already been made. How they were made I'm not sure but it wasn't Legalzoom, they did nothing. Of course I asked for a refund since they hadn't actually done anything and so far they refuse to refund my money because they say 60 days has gone since my order was placed. I told them they took over 60 days just to review the order and get back to me so how could I have even known to ask for a refund within that unfair time. Of course the rep I contacted couldn't answer that but just kept saying their policy was 60 days. What a scam! So they take over 60 days to do the work and then when they don't do it they keep the money claiming you are past the refund time I will NEVER use them again!

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July 7th, 2023
Verified purchase

Raul was the best! Great knowledge of your services and what it takes to start a business. I really appreciate all the time going over everything and making it personal to my business.

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Thank you, Jillian, for sharing your experience with Raul!

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May 3rd, 2021

I purchased the package through legal zoom which included the Power of attorney, Will in Testament, and Living will along with 1 year of attorney services. I am a terminally ill cancer patient and i am trying to legally get this done as soon as possible. After completing some of the forms i noticed that what i am needing is more in depth than the forms included in this package so i called and spoke to an agent from Legal Zoom whom assured me they would refund all monies paid should this not work for me or if i am not happy for whatever reason. I have been calling and on hold for the last almost 2 hours and just keep getting transferred and unable to receive any help at all, so i decided to try that chat option again to get what was promised to me done and the chat agent is not telling me i cannot get a refund (not what i was told previously) i asked to speak to a manager and they told me none were available and i wont get a call for 48-72 hours but it was not guaranteed it would be from a manager. I have now been on hold for about 3 hours and keep getting my calls disconnected and hung up on. This company is a scam and takes peoples money and then cannot be reached after something is purchased from them. DO NOT USE THEM! Use a real attorney that won't dodge your calls, and be impossible to reach and don't offer to refund all monies and then go back on what was initially promised. As a terminally ill cancer patient it's alarming and just horrible practice on how theyre trying to take money from someone who is dying.

Tip for consumers:
don't do it -save your money and get a real attorney this place is a scam and has no sympathy for terminally ill patients and take peoples money and refuse to honor their own refund policies

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purchased a package that included power of attorney, will in testament, living will and 1 year of attorney use which was a joke as all they offered was from paralegals and attorneys just out of school with no experience

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October 18th, 2019
Verified purchase

Melanie explained to me how to find all my documents on LegalZoom. She also sent me an email with the documents that I needed and that made it easier for me. She's awesome!

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi Samia, thanks for sharing your review. We'll be sure to let Melanie know of your kind words.

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June 29th, 2023
Verified purchase

Needed information about forming an LLC with Legal Zoom. The agent I spoke with, Lianette, was very knowledgeable of product but also very professional and friendly; and prompt in emailing me information and links Thank you Lianette!

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

This is wonderful feedback, Sergio! Thank you for sharing.

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October 15th, 2022

YOU CANT CANCEL! They lock you into a registered agent scam that they know they can Legally get away with. They charge you $249 at random SEVERAL TIMES through out the year! For a "registered agent" THAT YOUR NOT EVEN USING! I can't cancel I have tried and they make it impossible to get ahold of anyone of find any option online to cancel.

I closed my business right after it started and HAVE NEVER NEEDED TO USE ANY OF THEIR SERVICES! Yet I have been charged probably a couple thousand now.

I have explained all of this to my bank and they give me provisional credit but they take it back after a month. I'm ready to hire a lawyer just to help me figure out how to escape this trap!

Tip for consumers:
DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANYTHING WITH THEM! ITS ALL A TRAP AND A NIGHTMARE TO ESCAPE!

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I have not needed to use any of their services AT ALL!

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1 review
1 helpful vote
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October 18th, 2015
Verified purchase

We needed to change the ownership name on the deed for a piece of property, LZ made it easy and kept us up to date on what was happening and what the next step would be.

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Thanks Samuel, glad we could help!

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2 helpful votes
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October 29th, 2018
Verified purchase

I was having a hard time understanding the payment option details so I went to the live chat and Mackenzie helped me out so much. I know more now than I originally wanted to ask about.

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August 15th, 2017

Amazing customer service. Super helpful. Super Clear. Super smart. I would imagine legal zoom would have a 5 star rating all around if all of their reps were all like saul. Give the man a bonus!

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi Luca, thank you very much for sharing your experience. We work really hard to make sure our customers are satisfied with our service.

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March 21st, 2024
Verified purchase

Legal Zoom is helping me get my business started the right way!

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Thank you for allowing us to be there for you, Travis. We wish you much success with your small business.

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1 review
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March 15th, 2018

When I opened my small, family-owned business in 2013 they were very helpful; however, when I closed my business they were exact opposite. Anyone who has closed a business knows it's almost as complicated as opening a business with all the paperwork. (Not to mention, a complete drain-mentally, emotionally, financially, etc) With that being said, somehow I forgot to cancel my annual RA renewal with them, which has been a charge of $159 since I started. BUT all of the sudden they charged $299. I called to dispute charge and they said they sent information saying they were tacking on extra charges because they added more features. And since I didn't respond saying I didn't want those extra features they took that as approval. Then since I had turned off and closed all my business accounts the card they had on file would not go through so they charged my personal card, which was on the account I had used prior. Of course, I did not authorize them to charge my personal card. I disputed it with my bank and they reversed the charge, but then months later it was back on my account as a charge. Wayyy too many hours were spent trying to resolve this just for LZ to get their $299.

I am currently starting two more businesses and I will not be using their services because of this. I had a wonderful experience up until this point so I hate it ended on such a poor note.

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LegalZoom S. – LegalZoom Rep

Hi Dru, 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. We’ve reviewed your account & will follow up with your directly to resolve this. Please also feel free to contact a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com.

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January 21st, 2016
Verified purchase

Jason was very helpful over the phone and followed up with an email extending his help in the future as needed. Really appreciate his help and advice. Thank you!

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Hi Trish, we really appreciate you as our customer. Thank you very much for sharing your experience!

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February 5th, 2024
Verified purchase

Agent was very professional and knowledgeable. She answered all of my question. I would recommend Legal Zoom to anyone

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We love hearing your experience, Takara, thank you!

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September 20th, 2019

I've been using LegalZoom since 2010 and continue to use them to update my legal documents. They are quick and reasonably priced and their support people are very helpful

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Hi Joan, thank you so much for this great 5-star review. We really appreciate you being a loyal customer and helping to share the word about us. We’re here for you anytime.

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July 6th, 2023
Verified purchase

My agent, Michael, was very professional and knew the trademark route we were navigating. The process was made less stressful and easy with Legal zoom.

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We look forward to sharing this wonderful feedback with Michael and the team, thank you, Alex!

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April 27th, 2023

Agent was very knowledgeable, professional, and patient in dealing with my legal questions. He made sure that I understood each concept that he was explaining.

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Thank you for placing your trust in us and for sharing, Jim. We wish you nothing but the best.

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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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