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North Carolina
1 review
6 helpful votes
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I have been trying 4 months to get a simple job done (registered agent) and I was told it could be done quickly. I have called and emailed and was told, when I called, "there is no reason this should be held up... I will escalate it". Still, nothing. They SUCK and I will cancel the charge on my credit card and start over with someone else!

Date of experience: May 13, 2018
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

It is very important to us to try and improve the situation when there has been a misunderstanding or dissatisfaction with our service. We’ve reviewed your account & entity status in detail and we will reach out to you directly to resolve. Please also feel free to contact a manager directly anytime via help@legalzoom.com.

Alabama
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Sneaky extra charges
March 15, 2023

Everything ran smooth with this website until I realized that without me selecting them for a registered agent they did it automatically. When I call to try to get this straightened out I was sent from department to department they couldn't even give me a name of the departments I was sent to. That was $247 that I did not want to spend they told me to change it through my state which would cost me another $100 I am very dissatisfied

Date of experience: March 15, 2023
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi, Tynisha! We apologize if there was any confusion regarding who is appointed as your registered agent. We're not able to alter the original submission of anyone's questionnaire. If we can be of any additional support, please call us at (800) 773-0888 or by email at support@legalzoom.com.

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Jordan was a tremendous help!
February 26, 2016

I am very thankful to have gotten to work with Jordan. This was my first experience with LegalZoom and I have to say it won't be my last. Thank you Jordan for all of your help and making the setup process a breeze!

Date of experience: February 26, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Steve, thanks for sharing your amazing experience. We look forward to working with you again!

Illinois
1 review
6 helpful votes
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It took upwards of six phone calls over 3 months and finally the intervention of LegalZoom PR to get what I needed.

But I finally did. I think.

Two out of six front line support staff were utterly incompetent. One of the five specialists I spoke to was.

Date of experience: July 5, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

I'm so sorry for your loss and truly apologize for your experience with us up until this point. This is contrary to the exceptional help we pride ourselves on providing our customers. If you email your information to help@legalzoom.com, I will get a copy of your mother's will to you as soon as possible.

Illinois
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Julie the Superwoman
January 23, 2018

I am filing for my first trademark and this experience is incredibly daunting. I have lawyers telling me it will be $1300 or I can file it myself for $69 on some random site. Who knows what is correct but Juli, at Legalzoom, walked me through the entire process. I have an attorney working on my trademark and I look forward to the result!

Date of experience: January 23, 2018
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Brad, 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!

Washington
1 review
2 helpful votes
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It is very hard to navigate the phone system (not one option ever mentions s-corps). Once I get someone and give them my info, it's like this is their first day and they have never heard any of my questions. Documents were missing from my package, according to the rep on the phone, but she couldn't provide a list of everything I was supposed to have so we could confirm that nothing else was missing. She asked me to hold, left me for over 11 minutes, and said it was because her system was down? She could have the courtesy to come back at least once during the 11 minutes to tell me so? Such a bad experience but now I am stuck with you so too bad for me I guess

Date of experience: June 8, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Mark, I would like to extend my sincerest apology in regards to your less than pleasant experience with LegalZoom. Please be advised that an “S-corp” is not a formal business entity. Rather it is still a Corporation that must be registered with the state before it can file for S-corp tax election with the IRS. I am very sorry for any miscommunication or misunderstanding on our part. We would like to hear more about how we could have improved your experience with us so we can do a better job in the future. At your convenience, please feel free to contact us via help@legalzoom.com.

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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"DEE" is the greatest
November 1, 2023
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

Date of experience: November 1, 2023
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

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


"DEE" is the greatest
November 1, 2023
Previous review

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

Date of experience: November 1, 2023
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I submitted my application while on the phone with a representative. The process was explained to me step by step. My rep, Byron, was patient, knowledgeable, and thorough. I had a great experience getting my business LLC'd via Legal Zoom!

Date of experience: June 8, 2023
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Thank you for recognizing Bryon's efforts and for your positive feedback, Sammi.

California
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Mix up with Living Trust
April 17, 2016

I accidently ordered another Living Trust. Legal Zoom was so understanding about it. I can't thank you enough. Everyone on Legal Zoom and so very patient and understanding. I know it is hard to deal with fumble headed old people and you are all so Wonderful. I feel safe having you when it comes to all this Legal "stuff" Again Thank you very much.

Date of experience: April 17, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

It is truly our pleasure to help Judith. We appreciate you as our customer and thank you very much for your kind words.

Colorado
1 review
3 helpful votes
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They claim to have Satisfaction Guaranteed, but the reason I used them is because they were supposed to do all the work for me. But they didn't! I asked them to file my state withholding account forms and after providing all the info they asked for on their site and waiting over a week all I got was a half-filled out form that I had to complete and send in. I could have downloaded it and done it myself a 10 days earlier and saved the time. I got NOTHING for my money and when I asked for a refund they said no. I went on my state website and filled out the form right there and got my ID in 10 minutes. No idea why I gave LegalZoom that info and waited so long for NOTHING! They claim to be 100% satisfaction guaranteed but talking to someone is impossible, and if you're not satisfied they could give a $#*!. I'll never use them again! Ben

Date of experience: February 25, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Ben, 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 further & contact you directly. Please feel free to also reach a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com.

Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Business 1 stop shop
February 8, 2024

Ariana was very helpful and knowledgeable in the information she provided. She was patient and was not in rush, even though I ended up being in a hurry lol. I would recommend Ariana to anyone that is going into business for themselves!

Date of experience: February 8, 2024
LegalZoom .. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

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

Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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FIVE Star Hospitality Service
November 6, 2017

I have been in the hotel industry for 9years and managed multiple property.
It is rare to find people with such a great hospitality service like Julia.
I would defiantly hire her as a manager for my company. LegalZoom is very lucky to have her as an employee

Date of experience: November 6, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Ali, 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. We will be sure to let Julia know how great she was at providing you with quality service. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help!

California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Terrible company, terrible process, terrible customer service. Don't use them. Don't trust them, don't give them your money. They filed my corp documents in December instead of January creating a tax implication in 2022 and making us loose the $800 tax break I would get for having incorporated in 2023. They wont refund my money. I have to re do everything myself or pay another company to do it when I already paid them. Just a terrible company.

Date of experience: December 22, 2022
California
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Boycott legal zoom
September 29, 2018

This company is a scam they took money out of my account without your permission. The manager is Alex he is a liar. He took money out of my account twice. Sept 2017 and when i called to complain. The first time she said that it was for extra services. I said I did not want so she put the money back into my account. There was no outstanding bill. Sept 2018 they took out $132.99 and said I still owed them this money and it was a computer glich and they did not receive the final payment which made the total amount $500.00 for some papers they typed. There is nothing Legal about this company. My bank has put a complaint in for fraud. They have kept my banking info for two years and the bank said that it was illegal to keep a customer account that long. They never gave me any statement letter or phone call. They lie in wait to rob your bank account. I am also filing a complaint with the IRS regarding there procedures and have them audited. Please do not trust this company

Date of experience: September 29, 2018
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Roberta, it's important to us to try and correct the situation when a customer feels there has been a misunderstanding or an error in the service and/or product at LegalZoom. Please contact a manager who can help directly via help@legalzoom.com.

California
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Legal Zoom is very slow and unreliable. I had them file a Llc for me, it took them well over 2 months to get my EIN and I still don't have the paperwork needed to open my business bank account, now it's going on 3 months

Date of experience: June 25, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi James, 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 a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com.

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Surprised
June 22, 2023

I've always wanted to start my own business. I thought it was going to be rocket science to get done. But boy was I surprised how easy and simple it was to do with legalzoom. Thank you again legalzoom for making my dreams come true

Date of experience: June 22, 2023
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

We're happy to hear that you've taken the steps into entrepreneurship and you chose us to be a part of your journey. Thank you, Alfredo!

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Call in today to speak with LegalZoom and got Stephanie on the phone. She was so wonderful and so helpful very informative and gave her job. 100%. I really appreciate her great customer service. And to going the extra mile to help out her Customer and for that I am very I'm grateful. She gave me information. She helped me out. Before we were done. I felt very comfortable with the information that was provided

Date of experience: April 6, 2023
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Thank you, J., for taking the time to share your experience with Stephanie!

California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Excellent Service
April 2, 2017

I had purchased the wrong package of products and sent a message t Customer Service about this. Customer Service addressed and resolved my issues extremely fast and without question. I have trained customer service agents and in my opinion, Legal Zoom had excellent customer service. I was surprised by how their customer service handled my situation because I had expected much less based on some of the experiences I have had with other online services. I am extremely satisfied and would recommend Legal Zoom to all.

Date of experience: April 2, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Sadie, we’re so pleased to have helped you & provide you with the service you deserve. Please do not hesitate to continue to contact us with any additional questions or concerns via help@legalzoom.com.

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Chat session with Peter was OUTSTANDING
February 23, 2016

I had the most outstanding chat session with Peter at LegalZoom. All of this "starting a new business" was so new to me and there is so much. I was starting to get so overwhelmed by the jargon. Peter was so kind and patient with me. He listened and thoroughly answered all of my questions and explained things where I could understand. I truly appreciate the customer service I had received. Thank you!

Date of experience: February 23, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Lindsay, glad we could help. Thank you very much for sharing your experience & kind words. We will be sure to let Peter know how outstanding his service was!

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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DO NOT USE LEGAL ZOOM
February 19, 2024

I could not recommend Legal zoom any less. I will NEVER be using them, ever again. I have had nothing but issues, including; delay processing times, lack of communication/notice of order issues, unhelpful communications with service staff, lack of transparency with timelines/changes. I paid over $600 to have this be an easy and streamlined approach to starting my business, it has been nothing but a nightmare. I advise you to run fast from this site. Never again, this type of service feels like a scam and illegal. RUN.

LegalZoom attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: February 12, 2024

Overview

LegalZoom's reputation is marked by a mix of commendable customer service experiences and significant operational challenges. Many customers praise the professionalism and helpfulness of individual representatives, highlighting their ability to simplify complex processes and provide thorough support. However, a substantial number of reviews reveal frustrations with service delays, unresponsive support, and issues related to incomplete or incorrect service fulfillment, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and mistrust. This dichotomy suggests that while LegalZoom has the potential to deliver valuable assistance, systemic issues in service delivery and communication hinder overall customer satisfaction.

This summary is generated by AI, based on text from customer reviews

service
283
value
270
shipping
146
returns
158
quality
239
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