LegalShield

Personal & Family Legal Plan

Minimize Your Legal Expenses

Save Thousands with a LegalShield Legal Plan.

Unlimited access to provider lawyers for any legal matter, at a fraction of typical law firm rates.

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Legal Plan

Coverage Details

Comprehensive Legal Coverage

24/7 Emergency Access

24/7/365 access to a lawyer if your rights, freedoms or liberties are being denied or threatened.

Emergency access is available anytime you are:

  • In the presence of a law enforcement officer that may place you under arrest or take away your rights, freedoms or liberties.
  • In the presence of an executive branch official who is attempting to take away your children.
  • Injured and are being asked to sign a document that would forfeit or waive your rights, freedoms or liberties.

This benefit is not to be used for matters when you wish to take legal action against another party.

Will Preparation

Preparation of a Standard Will, Physician's Directive and Living Will with annual reviews and updates.

Trust preparation is available under the 25% discount.

Advice and Consultation

Phone consultations with your law firm for any personal legal matter, even pre-existing matters.

Criminal Defense for Death-Related Traffic Accidents

Your law firm will provide advice, consultation and representation for criminal charges of manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, negligent homicide or vehicular homicide when related to driving.

In New York this benefit requires a discounted hourly fee payment for services.

Document Review

Your lawyer will review an unlimited number of personal legal documents, up to 15 pages each.

You must be named as a contracting party on personal legal documents to be reviewed.

Driver’s License Assistance

Your lawyer will provide 2.5 hours of assistance to help with driver's license reinstatement.

In New York this benefit requires a flat fee payment for services.

Income Tax Audit Services

Your law firm will provide a scheduled number of hours for advice, consultation, negotiations, and representation if audited by the IRS for your personal tax return.

In New York this benefit requires a discounted hourly fee payment for services.

Letters/Phone Calls

Your lawyer can send a letter on your behalf to another party to further help resolve your legal issue.

Any additional phone calls or letters after the first one per subject per Membership Year will be provided under the 25% Discount.

Power of Attorney

Preparation of a financial Power of Attorney or Durable Power of Attorney prepared for a covered person who is at least 18 years old and is the person granting power.

Property Damage Collection

Your lawyer will help you collect property damage claims of $5,000 or less for damage as a result of driving, riding in, or being struck by any motor vehicle. You may receive up to 2.5 hours of lawyer assistance per incident.

In New York this benefit requires a flat fee payment for services.

Residential Loan Document Assistance

Mortgage documents, (as required of the borrower by the lending institution) prepared by your provider law firm for the purchase of your primary residence.

Any documents prepared by the seller, lender, or third party may be reviewed by your lawyer prior to closing. Available once each membership year.

All information necessary for the preparation of the documents must be provided to your provider law firm at least five business days prior to the closing date. This does not include review of abstracts, preparation of a title opinion, or your lawyer's presence at the closing.

Speeding Ticket Assistance

Your lawyer will assist with non-criminal moving traffic matters when driving with a license and proper registration.

Traffic tickets must be submitted to the provider lawyer at least five working days prior to the appearance date.

Any matters, tickets, or violations which do not adversely impact a driving record or insurance record are not covered features.

In New York this benefit requires a discounted hourly fee payment for services.

Trial Defense – Civil

Your law firm will provide a scheduled number of hours for representation as a respondent/defendant in a covered civil action.

In New York this benefit requires a discounted hourly fee payment for services.

Uncontested Adoption

Your lawyer will provide services including preparation of documents and, when needed, representation for an uncontested domestic adoption of a minor. This does not include guardianship.

*Available 90 consecutive days from the effective date of your membership.

Uncontested Divorce

Your lawyer will provide services including preparation of documents and, when needed, representation of an uncontested divorce when both parties agree in writing and net material assets of the marriage are under $500,000.

*Available 90 consecutive days from the effective date of your membership.

Uncontested Name Change

Your lawyer will provide services including preparation of documents and, when needed, representation for an uncontested name change.

Uncontested name change is defined as a name change in which all consents are attainable and is not contested or challenged.

*Available 90 consecutive days from the effective date of your membership.

Uncontested Separation or Annulment

Your lawyer will provide services including preparation of documents and, when needed, representation for an uncontested separation or annulment.

Uncontested separation or annulment is defined as a separation or annulment in which neither you nor your spouse is represented by separate counsel and all issues are agreed upon in writing by the parties without negotiation by your Provider Law Firm.

*Available 90 consecutive days from the effective date of your membership.

25% Off Additional Legal Services

You may continue to use your provider lawyer for legal situations that extend beyond plan features. The additional services are 25% off the law firm's standard hourly rates.

Your Provider Lawyer will go over these fees and let you know when the 25% discount applies. This discount does not include contingency matters.

For more specific information, please view our member contract.

This is a general overview of the legal plan coverage available from Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. d/b/a LegalShield (“LegalShield”) for illustration purposes only. See a plan contract for specific state of residence for complete terms, coverage, amounts and conditions. Trial defense is not available in all states. LegalShield provides access to legal services offered by a network of provider law firms to LegalShield members through membership-based participation. Neither LegalShield nor its officers, employees or sales associates directly or indirectly provide legal services, representation, or advice.

$26 Million

annual savings for members

4.5 Million

people protected by LegalShield

140+ Thousand

businesses protected by LegalShield

Legal Plan Benefits

Why Legal Plans Good For You?

Make an informed decision

Comprehensive Coverage

Legal plans typically cover a wide range of legal services, so you are more likely to find the help you need with all legal matters, including family, property, and financial issues, offering guidance and assistance as needed.

Access to Nationwide Lawyers

Members have access to a network of lawyers across the United States. This means that you can get legal help from a lawyer who is local to you, even if you are not a member of that lawyer's law firm.

24/7 Legal Access

24/7, 365 days a year. No need to worry about expected and unexpected legal issues that arise every day.

Hotline

Members have a dedicated law firm to meet all legal needs. Call them any time you need a service, from a simple question to a complex issue.

Unlimited Consultations

Members can have unlimited in-person or telephone advice and consultation. This means that you can get legal advice on as many legal issues as you need, without having to worry about lawyer fees.

Save Money

Members no longer need to stress about the daunting expenses associated with legal matters. Legal plans saves 1000's of dollars in legal fees.

Pricing

No Retainer.
No Hourly Charges.

Say goodbye to unexpected legal bills.

Avail best lawyers and law firms without worrying about their cost. Instead of paying the expenses when something happens you pay monthly for when that moment when you need it.
Legal plan saves you 1000's of dollars in legal fees.

Personal & Family Legal Plan
@ $26.95/month

LegalShield gives you the ability to talk to a provider lawyer on personal & family legal matters without worrying about high hourly costs.

Small Business Legal Plan
@ $49/month

Protect your business with our Small Business Legal Plan.
Get expert legal advice, streamlined document review, efficient debt collection, and essential legal forms.

Drivers Legal Plan
@ $32.95/month

Members and their spouses are provided with comprehensive legal protection, including representation for tragic accidents, assistance with license reinstatement, coverage for both moving and non-moving violations, and support for property damage and personal injury claims.

  • Tragic Accident Representation: Legal support for members and their spouses in the event of a tragic accident.
  • License Reinstatement Assistance: Help with the process of reinstating a suspended or revoked driver's license.
  • Coverage for Violations: Representation for both moving and non-moving traffic violations.
IDShield
@ $14.95/month

Protect yourself with industry-leading identity and credit monitoring. IDShield not only alerts you to threats but works tirelessly to restore your identity to its pre-theft status.

  • Full service identity restoration: Licensed private investigators work on your behalf.
  • Cybersecurity and device protection: Secure your devices with world-class tools.
  • Up to $3 million identity fraud protection: Covers specific expenses, losses, and legal costs related to identity fraud.

How it Works?

Account Setup

After becoming a Legal Plan Member, visit accounts.legalshield.com to set up your account. Add yourself and any designated users you would like to be on your plan.

Setup a consult

Through your desktop or the mobile app, select the area of the law you need help with.

Speak to a lawyer

Speak to an experienced provider lawyer in your state.

Get the help you need

Your provider lawyer will then help you with anything from debt collection to contract review and everything in between.

Member Perks Program

Member Perks Program

  • Save up to 50% on brands like Verizon, Costco, and Amazon.
  • Enjoy preferred member pricing on your favorite brands and services.
  • MEMBERPerks Can Save You More Money Than the Cost of Your Legal Plan.

Join today and get access to exclusive discounts that can save you hundreds each month.

Testimonials

What They Say?

LegalShield & IDShield Membership Testimonials

We were pleased and would highly recommend your services.

The lawyer who spoke with me was extremely helpful. She answered all my questions, made sure I knew where to complete the Will forms online, and called me to confirm information to complete our forms. The completed Will, Power of Attorney, and Directive to Physicians were completed and back to us within a week. We were pleased and would highly recommend your services.

Sharon H.

TX

I feel very confident

It is so great to have help during a terrible situation. I feel very confident that we did the right thing when we purchased a legal plan so many years ago. Thank you.

Cheryl Ann

Texas

It helped me

I am so grateful to be able to consult with an attorney about any legal matter. My phone consultation was beneficial and informative. It helped me make my decision on what to do about a situation.

Julie

Colorado

I don’t need to worry about lawyer costs.

It's a huge comfort knowing I can call my provider lawyer and ask for legal help without worrying about the cost each time.

Member

Indiana

Frequently asked questions

Instead of paying a lawyer by the hour, you pay a small fee and have access to an independent lawyer that will provide a huge variety of legal services without a huge legal bill.

Services like consultation with a lawyer, document review, drafting of debt collection letters and defense at civil trials are included as standard benefits. Using the plan just once can save you literally thousands of dollars.

Using the plan is as simple as signing up and contacting our team. Once you’re a member, customer support will connect you with an independent lawyer in your area who specializes in the specific legal issue with which you need help.

Also, you can download LegalShield super-simple app to quickly access your legal benefits and member perks anytime.

As a member you can contact your provider law firm right from the LegalShield mobile app or call them directly.
A customer service representative will ask you what type of legal matter you have, verify your address and phone numbers, gather information about your legal matter, and forward your information to the assigned provider lawyer.

Yes, generally your membership covers Wills for you, your spouse and eligible family dependents (on select plans).
Please check your specific membership for exact terms and conditions.

Representation for an uncontested divorce, separation or annulment is included in your standard plan benefits if you meet the requirements (see a plan). Your provider law firm will manage the process for you.
For a contested divorce, you can call your provider law firm for legal advice, if you want your provider law firm to handle the negotiation of a settlement agreement or represent you at trial, you may hire the provider law firm and take advantage of your plan’s discount from the provider law firm’s standard hourly rate benefit.