Question 1

Do you serve the Central Coast and Central Valley?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We specialize in serving California's Central Coast and Central Valley families with 100% remote family law document preparation. We serve all cities including San Luis Obispo, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Paso Robles, Atascadero, Morro Bay, Santa Maria, Lompoc, Santa Barbara, Bakersfield, Fresno, Visalia, Tulare, Hanford, Delano, Modesto, Stockton, Merced, and all surrounding communities. Our remote service means you get expert help without having to travel.

Question 2

How does remote service work for Central Coast and Central Valley families?

Accepted Answer

Our 100% remote service is perfect for Central Coast and Central Valley residents. All meetings and document preparation are conducted via phone and email. You don't need to drive to an office—whether you're in Fresno, Visalia, Modesto, Stockton, Merced, Bakersfield, San Luis Obispo, or any other Central California city, you can access our services from home. We're familiar with the specific court requirements for all California Superior Courts.

Question 3

Are you registered as a Legal Document Assistant?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are a Registered Legal Document Assistant (LDA 279) in San Luis Obispo County. We are fully authorized to provide self-help legal document preparation services throughout all 58 California counties, including San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Kern, Fresno, Tulare, Kings, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Merced counties.

Question 4

How is BY THE PEOPLE® different from LegalZoom?

Accepted Answer

Unlike LegalZoom's automated forms, we provide personalized service with a Registered Legal Document Assistant who guides you through every step. You get real human support, expert document review, and assistance tailored to your specific situation—all at an affordable price. We specialize exclusively in California family law, with deep knowledge of Central Coast and Central Valley court requirements.

Question 5

What services does a Legal Document Assistant provide?

Accepted Answer

A Registered Legal Document Assistant (LDA) prepares legal documents under your direction. We can prepare divorce paperwork, custody agreements, child support orders, spousal support documents, property division agreements, restraining orders, and other family law court filings. We provide procedural information and ensure your documents are properly completed for any California court.

Question 6

How much does divorce document preparation cost?

Accepted Answer

Our family law document preparation services are significantly more affordable than hiring an attorney, while providing much more personalized support than online services like LegalZoom. We offer transparent pricing and work remotely to save Central Coast and Central Valley families money on office visits and travel. Contact us for a free initial meeting to discuss your specific needs and pricing.

Question 7

Do you serve all of California?

Accepted Answer

While we specialize in serving the Central Coast and Central Valley regions, we serve all 58 California counties with 100% remote service. All work is conducted via phone and email, so you can access our services from anywhere in California—from San Diego to Sacramento, Los Angeles to San Francisco, Fresno to Bakersfield. No office visits required.

Question 8

Can a Legal Document Assistant help me file for divorce?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We prepare all necessary divorce documents including petitions, responses, financial disclosures, marital settlement agreements, and final judgment paperwork. We guide you through the entire process and ensure all documents meet your county's court requirements. We cannot provide legal advice, but we provide procedural guidance and document preparation expertise.

Question 9

What is BY THE PEOPLE?

Accepted Answer

BY THE PEOPLE® is an established network of Legal Document Assistants providing affordable legal document preparation services. We bring decades of combined experience in California family law document preparation to the Central Coast, Central Valley, and the entire state of California.

Meet Our Staff

Trusted Professionals You Can Rely On

Tyler Brewer

Carrie Elrod

Areas of Practice

Family Law

Estate Planning

Probate

Real Estate

Business Filings

Civil & Landlord-Tenant

Professional Credentials

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