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Nevada
1 review
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Love legalzoom
December 8, 2015

I revised my Power of Attorney 3 times without any problems. I did call and speak with customer service people twice and they were very good at resolving issues I brought up. This isn't the first time I've used legalzoom and won't be the last! I was also introduced to the Legal Advantage Plan and have used that twice. I highly recommend LegalZoom...

Date of experience: December 8, 2015
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over a year old

Thank you Robert. We are so happy to provide you with quality service.

Florida
1 review
16 helpful votes
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I paid legal zoom 159.00 to dissolve/close my business. They closed my business but continued to charge me to maintain it. I'm being charged 29.99 a month for business advantage pro renewal, 548.00 a year for essential compliance, tax preparation, advisory package renewal and 159.00 a year for registered agent renewal. There is no way for them to provide any of these services on a business that is closed/inactive, so I don't know why they're still drafting my account for these services. Also they charged these bogus fees to my expired BOA debit card. I'm not sure how BOA managed to let that happen. Don't use Legal Zoom! They over charge for everything and as often as they can. Don't let them do automatic bank drafts from your bank account. Don't do it; you'll be sorry. Now I have to try to work with them, the bank, the better business bureau and the state to get my money back. Ugh, this is just a wast of my time. I hate Legalzoom!

Date of experience: September 11, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Tiffany, we're disappointed to hear you’ve had a less than satisfying experience with us, and we want to have an opportunity to make things right. We'd like to learn more about your situation. Please kindly submit your contact information to: help@legalzoom.com and we will review your order history. We look forward to speaking with you and hope to make your experience with LegalZoom a better one.

New York
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Any other company would be better than legalzoom. I was tricked into signing up for the registered agent service and was charged without them telling me how much it would cost. Then I paid extra for rush delivery for a document that I received 2 weeks earlier by email. The customer service rep was rude and unhelpful. Never using them again. It cost me a total of over $1300, I would've paid less if I got it done with a lawyer.

Date of experience: July 13, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Baljit, it is very 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. Our registered agent service is offered only as an option to our business customers. The online questionnaire offers our service but also allows you to name another (including yourself). The website explains the service is a yearly subscription that begins the moment the company is confirmed as filed with the state. The yearly fee is outlined in our online questionnaire, our pricing page as well as the itemized breakdown of charges provided to every customer prior to any payment request. We are very sorry for any misunderstanding and we are more than happy to help you in resolving this matter. If you wish to discuss this further, please feel free to email help@legalzoom.com.

Georgia
1 review
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Awesome customer Service!
October 21, 2016

I was assisted by Jason Garcia and was absolutely blown away with his customer service! He answered every question I had perfectly and helped me create an LLC-choose a bank-accountant and attorney for my business! I will definitely be referring him and Legalzoom to anyone looking for assistance forming an LLC or with small business questions. Thanks Jason! 10 stars!

Date of experience: October 21, 2016
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over a year old

Hi Alyssa, thank you very much for sharing your experience. We appreciate your amazing review and we'll be sure to let Jason know of your kind words.

New York
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There was an error in my initial filing for an LLC, and the representative that helped me-Joseph Kim-clearly communicated what he was going to do to fix it as he took me through the process, step by step. Definitely kept my anxiety level low, and he followed up with an email as updates occurred. Fantastic customer service! Thank you, Joseph!

Date of experience: September 7, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Rick, thanks for sharing your fantastic customer service experience. We appreciate your kind words and we will be sure to let Joseph know how happy he made you.

Virginia
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Their workflow system to get everything together is a mess. Their communication is poor, you can't reach your selected advisor directly because "they have hundreds" of clients per advisor. Well, that's understandable, but then make your user interface/workflow for tax preparation stronger to inform the user status and actions.

If you go with their tax package, DO NOT BUY IT until it is tax time itself, because there is only a 60-day window for tax cancellation. For my case, I purchased in August. Big mistake. The tax preparation come April was a mess, to the point that I took control back and did my own taxes.

After talking with their billing, it was a too-bad-so-sad from them, and that I will have to honor my year long commitment. $700 put in so far and $400 to go with no tangible results. Their emails are elusive in what is missing, and information is sometimes conflicting. USE TURBO TAX INSTEAD.

Date of experience: April 7, 2023
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi, Michael! We're sorry to hear your experience was less than exceptional. We take all feedback seriously and appreciate you taking the time to provide it. If we can be of any support, please call us at (800) 773-0888 or by email at support@legalzoom.com.

California
1 review
6 helpful votes
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If I could give zero stars, I would. This company is simply built to take advantage of people that are inexperienced in starting a business. They blindly enroll you into a myriad of subscriptions that have zero value and then make it nearly impossible to cancel. The effort required to cancel is oftentimes not worth the $200 annual fee.

I wish the horrible customer service was just negligence instead of what it really is - a way to wear you out instead of trying to reach the right person (and I do mean person - NOT department) to simply cancel an annual subscription that you never needed in the first place.

Date of experience: March 5, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Chris, 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 order and contact you directly. Please also feel free to contact a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com. We look forward to hearing how we can make this situation better.

Texas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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The First Step
July 18, 2023

I'm just beginning to research getting a living trust and will for my husband and myself. Finding out that the cost was very reasonable got me to first base. Now I have to put together what I believe we'll need to start the process with LegalZoom. I feel confident they will do a good job for us.

Date of experience: July 18, 2023
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over a year old

Thank you for allowing us to be there for you and for sharing, Linda.

New York
1 review
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LLC filing
April 12, 2016

Jacqueline was extremely helpful and patient with answering all the questions I had. Having little to no knowledge of filing for an llc, she made the process very simple. I look forward to working with legalzoom

Date of experience: April 12, 2016
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over a year old

Hi Nick, we look forward to working more with you as well. Thanks for sharing your experience & kind words.

California
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Honestly all legal zoom cares about is getting your money, they completely lied and said they did a search on a trademark for the name and when i told them about letters of actions for over $1000 worth for the trademarks the guy on the phone laughed and said legal zoom did their part and their done with me now.
He had a very sarcastic tone and definitely unprofessional. I would not want this to happen to anyone so be careful dealing with them. They are a third party and most likely you could spend the same amount hiring a lawyer or someone else to do it.

Date of experience: April 26, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Cheryl, we're disappointed to hear you’ve had a less than satisfying experience with us, and we want to have an opportunity to make things right. Please keep in mind that Trademark search result vary depending on the type of search you requested & we also offer independent Attorney services to assist customers in reviewing their search results. We'd like to learn more about your situation and will reach out to you directly. Please feel free to also submit your contact information to: help@legalzoom.com and we will review your order history. We look forward to speaking with you and hope to make your experience with LegalZoom a better one.

Mississippi
1 review
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Very helpful and kind to do speak with
May 24, 2017

Thank you for your professional recommendations. I was a little nervous about making sure I got everything right for my new business adventure, and your support has made me feel comforted knowing you have me taken care of with all the services you provide

Date of experience: May 24, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Matthew, we appreciate your kind words. Thanks for sharing your experience.

Pennsylvania
1 review
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Quick and easy experience
November 28, 2016

Kris handled the call very professionally and with a fantastic attitude. My questions were answered correctly and promptly. Kris showed initiative and genuine interest in my concerns. I would love to have someone like Kids working at my company, he is a true asset.

Date of experience: November 28, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Carlos, thanks for being a valued customer & sharing your experience. We are glad you received such outstanding service!

New Jersey
1 review
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Aaron was helpful and quick!
January 30, 2020

Great hire! I feel like most live chat people you talk to have to look at a manual/google things to help you that you could easily do yourself but not the case here. He was knowledgeable and quick and friendly and knows his stuff.

Date of experience: January 27, 2020
Florida
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Excellent support from Aimee!
February 10, 2020

Anxiously awaiting the processing of my incorporation paperwork and Aimee went above & beyond to check on the status and keep me updated. I am extremely pleased with the quality of customer support at LegalZoom. It helps to have real people available to help.

Date of experience: February 7, 2020
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Carolynne, it feels good to have people in your corner to help. We're so happy to hear that's exactly what you got in your experience with us. Thanks for sharing and please let us know if we can help with anything else!

Maryland
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Hell of an agent you got there!
January 16, 2019

Kris, really awesome. Walk me through some things that I would having a lot of trouble with and made it really easy to understand. If you guys had an entire team of people like Kris you will be really special.

Date of experience: January 16, 2019
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Donald, glad to hear you had a great experience. Please do not hesitate to contact again with any additional questions or concerns.

Texas
1 review
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John McCune is exceptional.
January 3, 2017

John McCune is a real pro. Both his knowledge and customer service are truly exceptional. He's just the kind of person with which I like to do business. He's very responsive. He takes the time to explain things and give me my options - all in a very clear manner. He follows through. I'm extremely happy with his support and plan to do more business with you primarily because of him and his approach. Thanks for the fabulous support to date.

Date of experience: January 3, 2017
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Peter, thanks for sharing your fabulous experience. It is our pleasure to provide quality support. We will be sure to let John know of your kind words.

Wisconsin
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Horrible Experience
January 27, 2016

Started an LLC and realized I should have shopped around a little better. They charge you for useless services and make it nearly impossible to cancel. Numerous calls for 3 months to cancel a $7.99 service. Use anybody but legalzoom

Date of experience: January 27, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Mike, we are truly sorry you didn't have the best experience. We would like to try & make things right. We will review your account & contact you directly to discuss your concerns. Please also feel free to contact us directly via help@legalzoom.com.

New Jersey
1 review
5 helpful votes
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A legal ripoff...
September 27, 2022

Sure, they can get you "registered" with the proper requirements... except you BETTER cancel the automatic TAX subscription (oh, you didn't know you signed up for that, did you?) within the first 60 days. Otherwise, they will continue to bill you $99/month for 12 months.

I would recommend going to an actual accountant to help setup the business. It takes longer, but it also supports small business.

Date of experience: September 27, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I tried to use legalzoom to create an LLC. Upon creating an account, applying, paying, I was notified that it would take 2 to 3 weeks. After 3 weeks I called them to find out what was happening and was notified they needed more information. They have my phone number and email as evidenced by the numerous and unrelenting offers I started to receive from them almost daily BUT they never notified me that there was a problem. The representative also stated it would take at least another 20 business days so I cancelled my order and went with Swyft instead. Swyft was less expensive and they sent me an email explaining the process. I am sorry I even tried legalzoom it was a huge, costly, unprofessional waste of time.

Date of experience: February 4, 2023
California
1 review
6 helpful votes
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I filed for what should be the easiest DBA process with Legalzoom and the process has been so painful. Address was incorrect on the first set of paperwork (which was partially my mistake) but it took them 10 precious day to realize and advise they needed additional proof/documents. It has been 4 weeks I have filed and I still havent received my documents to sign (not even sure how long the DBA will take after that). Every time you call, there is at least 5 to 10 min wait to speak with someone. You have to repeat the same story to every customer service rep. You speak with and then they place you on hold for another 5 to 10 minutes for nothing; they are never able to give you a clear solution to your issue or a clear order status update. Extremely frustrating!

Date of experience: August 30, 2016
LegalZoom S. LegalZoom Rep
over a year old

Hi Bettina, I would like to extend my sincerest apology in regards to your less than great experience with LegalZoom. We would like an opportunity to try to make this a better experience and help you resolve all your concerns. Please feel free to contact a manager directly via help@legalzoom.com.

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.

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service
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value
270
shipping
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returns
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quality
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