There are many reasons to come to the United States for a short period of time; whether it’s for travel, business, education, or short-term work, the possibilities are endless. However, all non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents will still need a travel visa.

Called “nonimmigrant visas,” these temporary visas allow the holders to visit the United States for specific purposes, as long as their stays are temporary and have a clear departure date.

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Permanent (Immigrant) Workers

Those with the right job skills — and their spouses and children — can apply for the roughly 140,000 employment-based green cards available each year. Permanent residence in the U.S. can be obtained through the right combination of education, expertise, eligibility, and skill set. Most of these visas call for an existing offer of employment from an employer who has the proper U.S. Department of Labor certification, verifying that there are both insufficient workers with this skillset within the United States, and the hiring does not take a job away from a U.S. citizen. Called “labor certification,” this is done through ETA Form 9089 (“Application for Permanent Employment Certification”).

There are five key types of employment-based visas:

First Preference EB-1

EB-1 covers those with “extraordinary ability” such as business professionals, academics and researchers, scientists, the arts, or athletics. This type of visa does not require labor certification. Family of EB-1 visa holders may apply for admission to the U.S. on E-14 or E-15 immigrant status, respectively, if that person has an approved I-140 (green card) form.

Second Preference EB-2

EB-2 visas are available to professionals holding an advanced degree or foreign equivalent; or who can prove at least ten years experience in a field; or those whose employment is in the national interest of the U.S. For all but the third category of eligibility, labor certification must be obtained. Family of EB-2 visa holders may apply for admission to the U.S. through E21 or E22 forms, if that person has an approved I-140 (green card) form.

Third Preference EB-3

EB-3 visas are available to those holding a bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, as well as skilled and unskilled laborers who have a non-temporary offer of employment from a U.S. employer. For each eligibility category within EB-3, labor certification must be obtained. Family of EB-3 visa holders may apply for admission to the U.S. through specific spouse or child forms listed here, if that person has an approved I-140 (green card) form.

Fourth Preference EB-4

EB-4 visas are a specialized category of visa, eligibility to which includes but isn’t limited to: certain religious workers, employees of U.S. foreign service posts, retired employees of international organizations, and noncitizen minors who are wards of courts in the United States. Labor certification is waived for this type of visa. Some families may be eligible for admission.

Fifth Preference EB-5

EB-5 visas cover the Immigrant Investor Program. These are available to people who make either an investment of 1.8 million USD in a new commercial enterprise that employs at least 10 full-time U.S. workers, or 900,000 USD in a new commercial venture in a targeted employment area that employs at least 10 full-time U.S. workers. Labor certification is waived for this type of visa. Under this program investors and their family are eligible to apply for green cards.

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Temporary Visit for Business

These visas are for very short-termed business purposes. If a person were, for example, negotiating a contract, attending a convention, or settling an estate, they would travel under this type of visa.

B-1 Visas

B-1 visas are for those conducting limited, short-term business in the United States. These demand a specific period of time, and are usually given for a one- to six-month period, with possible extension of an additional six months. It is rare if these visas extend beyond one year. Family of B-1 visa holders are not eligible to travel under these visas; they must obtain their own B-1 visas to travel.

WB Temporary Business Visitor under Visa Waiver Program

The WB Temporary Business Visitor under Visa Waiver Program allows nationals of 39 countries, specified by the State Department, to travel to the U.S. for business or tourism without a visa for a period of 90 days or less.

GB Temporary Visitor to Guam

GB Temporary Visitor to Guam
GB Temporary Visitor to Guam visas cover the U.S. territories of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. Visa holders may be traveling for business or pleasure, but they need to be traveling with a return ticket. The stay cannot exceed 45 days.

Temporary Non-Immigrant Visa

These employment visas are for people looking to work in the United States for a fixed period of time. Most often, a potential employer files a petition for this type of work with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and prior to coming to the U.S., the employee would still need to apply for a visa. Within this qualification, there are many different categories of workers, which can be found on the USCIS website. Spouses and family of holders of these employment visas need to file for their own visas prior to coming to the U.S. Below are the most common type of non-immigrant work visas:

H Visas

H-1B visas are for people in a specified professional or academic field or with special expertise who have a college degree or higher or the equivalent in work experience. These visas have a residency cap of three years.
Eligibility:

• A job offer from a U.S. employer for a role that requires specialty knowledge
• Proof of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in that field
• Your employer must show that there is a lack of qualified U.S. applicants for the role

H-2A and H-2B visas are for seasonal, or peak load, temporary workers in an agriculture (H-2A) or non-agricultural (H-2B) setting. Generally, these do not extend beyond a year.

H-3 are for those seeking training in any endeavor except graduate medical school or training; or training to meet the needs of those who require special education. This classification is for citizens who want training within the United States, but will be pursuing their careers outside of the U.S.

I Visas

I visas are for any eligible member of the foreign press including reporters, film crews, editors, and similar occupations, representing a foreign media outlet such as print, radio, film, or other foreign information media, when the outlet has a home office in a foreign country. For most, this is an indefinite visa as long as the holder is engaged in this profession for the same company.

L Visas

L Visas are for those who are temporarily transferring within a company at which they already work, either at the executive/management level (L-1A) or through a specialized expertise (L-1B). An L-1A visa comes with a three-year duration; L-1B has only one year.

O Visas

O visas are for those with extraordinary and exceptional abilities or achievements, across industries. O visas are also extended to those who travel with the person of extraordinary ability or a family member.

P Visas

These visas are for those who excel in performance, athletic, or artistic endeavors and the people who accompany these extraordinary performers. These are usually event-based durations.

R Visas

R visas are extended to non-immigrant religious workers who are members of a religious denomination that holds official non-profit status in the U.S. coming to work either directly for that denomination or an associated non-profit.

TN NAFTA

This permits qualified Canadian and Mexican citizens to seek temporary entry into the United States to engage in business activities at a professional level, under the North American Free Trade Agreement.

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Student and Exchange Visitors

These visas cover three types of students: academic students, vocational students, and those enrolled in educational or cultural exchange programs. These are not immigrant visas.

F Visas

F-1 visas are for academic students enrolled at accredited academic institutions. As long as a course of study is maintained, students may work. Students cannot work off-campus during the first academic year, but may accept on-campus employment subject to conditions and restrictions. After the first academic year, F-1 students can engage in three types of off-campus employment:

Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
Optional Practical Training (OPT) (pre-completion or post-completion)
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) OPT

Learn more about F-1 visas here. F-2 visas are available for the family of the student, including spouse and children. F-3 visas are available for Canadian or Mexican students who commute.

M Visas

M visas are available for students at vocational or other recognized nonacademic institutions, other than language training programs (those require an F visa). M-2 visas are available for the family of the student, including spouse and children. M-3 visas are available for Canadian or Mexican students who commute.

J Visas

J visas are available for those involved in work- and study-based programs, like au pairs, camp counsellors, trainees, interns and more. Programs must promote cultural exchange and applicants must meet eligibility criteria, including English language proficiency. J-2 visas are used for dependents of the J-1 visa holder.

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Millions of people enter and leave the United States every year. It is a popular tourism and immigration destination. However, if you are not a resident of the United States, you will most likely need a visa to enter the country.

A US visa is a stamp that you get on your travel document, more specifically your passport, which means that you are eligible to enter the United States. Having a US Visa does not necessarily mean that you will enter the US, as this is at the discretion of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the Customs and Borders Protection (CPB) Inspectors.

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What is a U.S. Visa?

A citizen of a foreign country who seeks to enter the United States generally must first obtain a U.S. visa, which is placed in the traveler’s passport, a travel document issued by the traveler’s country of citizenship.

Certain international travelers may be eligible to travel to the United States without a visa if they meet the requirements for visa-free travel. The Visa section of this website is all about U.S. visas for foreign citizens to travel to the United States.

How Can I Use a Visa to Enter the United States?

Having a U.S. visa allows you to travel to a port of entry, airport or land border crossing, and request permission of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inspector to enter the United States. While having a visa does not guarantee entry to the United States, it does indicate a consular officer at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad has determined you are eligible to seek entry for that specific purpose. DHS/CBP inspectors, guardians of the nation’s borders, are responsible for admission of travelers to the United States, for a specified status and period of time. DHS also has responsibility for immigration matters while you are present in the United States.

US Visa Types

There are about 185 types of US visas, grouped into two main categories:

• Nonimmigrant visas. Issued for temporary visits to the United States such as for tourism, business, employment, family visit, and studying.
• Immigrant visas. Issued to people who will move permanently to the United States under immigrant investor schemes or family reunion.

Here are the main types of US visas:

Different Types of US Visas

The most common types of US Visa from India are as follows:

• Tourist or business Visa: This tourist or business visa is available in two different forms. The two categories are frequently combined and issued as one Visa. You must demonstrate to the consular official that your stay in the country is temporary and that you have the means to pay for your costs there. Additionally, evidence of living outside the US is required. Under this visa, you cannot accept employment.
  • B-1 for business associates, those attending scientific, educational, business conventions, settling an estate or negotiating contracts.
  • B-2 for pleasure or for medical treatment. This includes tourism, visiting friends and family, medical treatment, social or service activities.
• Immediate Relative & Family Sponsored Visas
  • Here are the categories of the Immediate relative and Family Sponsored visas:
  • The F2A and F2B visas are for the families of Lawful Permanent Residents, more specifically their spouses, minor children, or unmarried sons and daughters aged 21 and above.
  • IR-2 visa – for unmarried children under 21 years old
  • IR5 visa – for parents of US Citizens who are at least 21 years old
  • F1 – for unmarried sons and daughters and their minor children
  • F3 visa – for married sons and daughters and their minor children
  • F4 visa – for brothers and sisters of US Citizens, and their spouses and minor children.
  • The IR3, IH3, IR4, IH4 visas are for children from other countries who will be adopted by US citizen parent(s)
  • The SQ visa is for Iraqi or Afghan citizens who will be working for or on behalf of the US government and get Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs).
• Work Visa To work temporarily in the US, you need a certain Visa based on the type of work you’ll be doing. The USCIS must accept the petition of the applicant in order for them to be eligible for H, L, O, P, and Q. Form I-129 must be authorised before submitting a request for a work visa at the consulate. Form I-797, which serves as notice that your petition has been authorised, will subsequently be delivered to the employer. A copy of Form I-797 and Form I-129 must be brought with you when you visit the Consulate for your interview. The following list of work visas is provided:
  • H1-B for Specialty occupation : YFor you to be eligible for an H1-B visa, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in the field of specialisation. USCIS will determine whether your employment falls within this category and whether you are qualified to offer the required service. The employer is required to file a labour condition application to the Department of Labour regarding the conditions of the employment contract with you.  
  • H-1 B-1 – Work Visa on a Temporary Basis : Singaporean and Chilean citizens can apply visa in order to work in the U.S. on a temporary basis. However, individuals must already have a job offer in the US before they can apply for the visa.
  • H-2A for Seasonal agricultural workers : This Visa allows U.S. employers to bring foreign nationals to fill the temporary agricultural job for which U.S. workers are not available. Employer must file Form I-129 petition on your behalf. Indians are not eligible for this Visa.
  • H-2B for skilled and unskilled workers : This Visa is granted to those filling up a temporary or a seasonal job for which there is a shortage of U.S. workers. Indians are not eligible for this Visa.
  • H-3 for trainees : This is required if you are coming to the U.S. to receive training in any field from an employer for a period of up to two years. You can be paid for the training but it cannot be used to provide productive employment.
  • H-4 for dependents : If you are a holder of a valid H Visa, then your spouses and unmarried children under the ages of 21 may receive H-4 Visa so that they can accompany you to the U.S. But your spouse and children who hold this Visa are not permitted to work in the U.S.
  • L-1 for intra company transferees : f you work for an international firm and are temporarily transferred to the parent branch, an affiliate, or a subsidiary of the company, you need this visa. You must be at the managerial or executive level and possess specialised knowledge in the role you intend to occupy in the U.S. Company in order to be eligible for this visa. Within the three years before to submitting your application for admission to the United States, you must have worked continuously for one year for the multinational company.
  • L-2 for dependents : If you are a holder of a valid L Visa, your spouses and unmarried children under the age of 21 may receive L-2 Visa to enter the U.S. If your spouse wishes to seek employment in the U.S., they will have to submit a completed Form I-765 with the application fee. Your children will not be authorised to work in the United States.
  • Type O Visa : This type of Visa is offered to those with extraordinary ability in science, education, arts, business and athletics or extraordinary achievement in motion picture and television production.
  • Type P Visa : This Visa is offered to athletes, entertainer’s artist, and essential support personnel who come to perform in the United States.
  • Type Q Visa :This Visa is required if you are travelling to participate in international cultural exchange program in the U.S. for the purpose of providing training, employment, sharing history culture and traditions of your home country. The petition must be filed by the sponsor and is to be approved by USCIS.
• Temporary Work Visa –
  • Temporary Work Visas are issued for temporary work in the United States. Here are the categories of work visas:
  • H1B visa. For persons who have been employed in highly specialized fields.
  • H1B1 visa. For nationals of Chile and Singapore.
  • H-2A visa. Granted to temporary agricultural workers from selected countries in whom the US has some type of interest.
  • H-2B visa. Given to other types of temporary seasonal workers, who do non-agricultural work.
  • H-3 visa. Obtained by those who want to take advantage of training and education opportunities.
  • L1 visa. Issued to intracompany managers or executives.
  • People who have what is called an extraordinary ability in Arts, Science, Business, Education, or Athletics and want to temporarily work in their field of expertise need an O visa. There are three types of O visas:
  • O1 visa – for persons with extraordinary abilities.
  • O2 visa – for the assistants of O1 visa holders.
  • O3 visa – for dependents of O1 visa holders.
  • P visas. are issued to sportspersons and their coaching teams.
  • Temporary Religious Workers who want to practice within the US in religious capacities need to get the R1 visa type.
  • TN/TD visas. are for citizens of Canada or Mexico who will be working in the NAFTA organization.
  • E3 visas. For nationals of Australia. who will be working in specialty occupations.
  • I visa. For representatives of foreign media and journalists part of the press, film, radio, or print industries, who are visiting the US to work or participate in educational media activities.

• Student Visa 
    The institution or program must admit foreign nationals who come to the United States to pursue higher education. After being accepted, they will obtain the necessary permission documents to submit when applying for the student visa. The I-20’s commencement date gives the students 120 days to begin the visa application process, and they have 30 days after that to leave the country. Students may obtain the following visas:
  • F-1 Visa : People who desire to engage in academic programs at universities recognised by the United States or in programs to improve their English are granted this visa. You need this visa if your course requires more than 18 hours per week. This visa is available to secondary school students who are registered at a public institution.
  • M-1 Visa : Those who intend to pursue non-academic, vocational training or training in the United States are eligible for this visa. They can be enrolled in public secondary and elementary schools by non-immigrant visa holders who have an A, E, H-4, F-2, G, J-2, L-2, or M-2 visa, among others.If a student takes a break from their studies abroad for five months or longer, they risk losing their F-1 or M-1 status unless the activity was necessary for their study.
• Exchange Visitor Visa
  Foreign nationals are welcome to visit the US to take part in exchange programmes. However, the official programme sponsor must accept and approve you before you may apply for the Visa. The J Visa, which is intended to encourage the exchange of information and talents across a variety of areas, is given to the exchange visitor. Participants may include –
  • Teachers
  • Students at academic levels
  • Professors
  • Research scholars
  • Professional trainees
  • Visitors coming for travel, consultation, research purposes, etc.
• Ship Crew or Transit Visa : The two types of Visas offered for transit or ship crew are mentioned below:
  • Transit C Visa
    Foreign nationals who are travelling to another country via the United States are eligible for this visa. The tourist must request layover privileges if he wants to visit his friends or relatives. He or she must meet the requirements for a B-2 visa.
  • Crew D Visa
    A crew member who is working on a ship or an aeroplane is eligible for this visa. If a crew member is working aboard a ship within the Outer Continental Shelf, he or she is eligible for a modified B-1 Visa rather than a crew Visa. Crew members typically use the combination of transit or crew Visas, which are C-1 or D. Crew members need a B-1 or B-2 visa if they are visiting the country between flights or cruises. 
• Religious Worker Visa 
   R type Visa is offered to those who wish to work in a religious capacity in the U.S. on a temporary basis. The religious worker includes people who are authorised by a recognised entity to conduct religious activities.
• Domestic Employee Visa 
   Personal or domestic servants who accompany their employer to the U.S. are eligible for B-1 Visa. The domestic employees include:The domestic servants of a foreign diplomat or a government official is eligible for an A-3 or a G-5 Visa.
  • Housemaids
  • Valets
  • Footmen
  • Cooks
  • Butlers
  • Chauffeurs
  • Nannies
  • Mother’ helpers
  • Gardeners
  • Paid companions
• Media and Journalist Visa 
   Media (I) A nonimmigrant who works for a foreign media outlet is given a visa to enter the country temporarily so they can carry out their line of work. However, they are required to have a home office abroad. A visitor’s Visa is offered to the foreign citizen if he or she is travelling for the following purposes:
  • Attending a conference or a meeting
  • Guest lecture
  • Engaging in academic activities
  • Purchasing media equipment
  • Vacation
• Treaty Trader and Investor Visas.
  • The E visas are called Treaty Trader and Treaty Investor visas respectively, are for those who have treaties of commerce and navigation in the US. There are two types of this visa:
  • E1 Visa – treaty trader visa.
  • E2 Visa – treaty investor visa

Spouses and children under the ages of 21 are allowed to accompany the principal Visa holder under the B-2 Visa.

U.S. Immigrant Visas Application Process

The immigrant visa application process includes the applicant and the petitioner. For instance, if you want to apply to shift to the US through employment-based immigration, then you and your employer have to be involved in the entire application process. Employment-based immigration are different than a temporary work visa.

Step 1: In the first step, the petitioner is involved that the US citizen or a permanent resident in US who will sponsoring your immigration to the US. They should file the Form I-30 that the petition for Alien Relative.

Step 2: You and the petitioner will both be participating in the second phase. Your case will be forwarded to the National Visa Centre and recorded in the event that the petition is improved. You will receive a welcome letter once the procedure has been successfully finished. You will find the login information you need to access your case in the Consular Electronic Application Centre in the welcome letter. Additionally, this platform allows you to edit your account. You must next pay the fees and provide the necessary documentation.

Step 3: There are two types of processing fees which you need to pay:

•  Affidavit of Support Fee
• Immigrant Visa Application Processing Fee

You need the petitioner at this point of time because the payment needs to be made from a US savings account.

Step 4: In this step, only the petitioner will be involved. The petitioner will sign an Affidavit of Support and accept financial responsibility for the applicant. In such case, the petitioner will be the sponsorer. In case, the sponsor has insufficient income, a joint sponsor will be involved.

Step 5: The petitioner needs to gather the proof of their finance and other important documents.

Step 6: Here, the applicant will be involved. The person needs to fill in the online application form and make the fee payment. Once the payment is done, you need to take the printout of the receipt to appear for visa interview.

Step 7: You have to gather all the required civil documents which support your application stage.

Step 8: Both the parties should be present at this point of time. The documents should be saves for later. The file types should be in .jpg, .pdf, and .jpeg formats.

Step 9: Next, you have to upload the scanned copies of documents.

Step 10: You will receive a notification in your registered email address about the date and venues of your visa interview.

Step 11: Appear for your interview.

Processing Time

The processing time for a US immigrant visa is three to five weeks. On the other hand, in case od US non-immigrant visa, the processing time is seven to ten days. So, the applicants should apply for the visa three months in advance.

Also Read – The Most Different Types of U.S. Work Visas

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Website – http://www.mrfamilylawyer.com/

9. – Kirker Davis LLP

Kirker Davis LLP, a Central Texas boutique family law practice, focuses on high-end cases in family law. Our firm handles divorces that involve professionals and family-owned businesses, as well as custody cases, complex litigation, and other matters. Our core philosophy is, to be frank in our practice and to provide excellent client service. Holly R. Davis and Chris M. Kirker, Founding Partners combine their experience in trial advocacy with their commitment to offering their clients concierge-level legal service. Holly R. Davis, and Chris M. Kirker, have been exclusively handling family law cases that involve multi-million-dollar estates and divorces that include multiple business entities. They also handle high-profile clients. Kirker Davis LLP, a family law boutique in Central Texas, focuses on divorce, custody, and business litigation. There are offices in Austin, McKinney, and San Antonio. Our divorce law practice includes matters involving family-owned businesses, professionals, and complicated litigation. Our core philosophy is to be a firm that provides excellent client service and adheres to the law. Call us at (512) 598-0010 for a complimentary consultation.

+15128620516

8310-1 North Capital of Texas Highway, Bldg 1, Ste 350, Austin, TX 78731, USA

Website – https://www.kirkerdavis.com

10. – Elise Buie Family Law, PLLC

It can be difficult to make decisions regarding how you move forward. If your family’s success is your top priority, then you need representation who will put all of their efforts into helping you realize your dreams. Our team can help you with any of your relationship needs. Our team provides the information and resources that you require to fully understand all options, and reduce conflict. It is a financial investment to find the best firm for you. It is important to choose a team that understands you and who has the experience and capacity to assist you in achieving your goals. We want to see you looking back in five or a year to remember that you made every effort to ensure the success of your family. Elise Buie Family Law Group is a team of passionate, innovative, and problem-solving estate planning and family law attorneys. They will tirelessly support your needs. Our clients are located in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties, Mason, Island Thurston, Thurston, as well as Kitsap.

+12066874601

720 3rd Ave #2015, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

Website – https://elisebuiefamilylaw.com/

11. – Davis & Greene PC

Davis & Greene P.C. Davis & Greene, P.C. is a family law company that offers flat-fee billing for child support and custody. We don’t bill for hours so that you can know how much you will pay when you work with us. Uncontested cases are our forte and we offer great value. A lawyer is often called upon to help with a crisis or conflict. Davis & Greene’s goal is to solve problems and provide peace of mind. We don’t want you to have more headaches. You can count on us to provide sound advice and open communication, as well as competitive pricing. Our office is convenient! Our office is centrally located in Memphis, but far from downtown traffic.

+19013341715

950 Mt Moriah Rd, Memphis, TN 38117, USA

Website – https://www.davis-greene.com/

12. – Sterling Law Offices, S.C.

Sterling Law Offices S.C. practices family law in Milwaukee County and the surrounding counties. We also serve SE Wisconsin. Our services include collaborative divorce, mediation, divorce litigation, and child custody. We also offer alimony and other family law services. Call us to get answers to your questions, book a consultation, reserve a place at our divorce workshops near you, and/or schedule a consultation. Watch a daily free webinar hosted by an experienced attorney on our website.

+14144318697

250 E Wisconsin Ave #1830, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA

Website – http://www.sterlinglawyers.com

13. – Contreras Law Firm

Contreras Law will provide the guidance and support you require for your Family and Civil Law issues. We are family-oriented attorneys. Trusting and feeling comfortable in a law firm can give you legal advice that is expert and professional. This will allow you to feel confident that the attorney you have chosen can help you reach your goals. Contreras Law, a San Diego law firm for business lawyers, is known for its results-oriented approach. Our clients receive exceptional service and value by providing them with comprehensive, but practical preparation and vigorous civil advocacy. Contreras Law Firm’s principal objective is to provide the best result possible and build long-lasting relationships with clients. A successful result is the result of conducting a thorough analysis right from the beginning and including our clients’ goals and objectives in that analysis. We are able to deliver superior results because of our extensive experience and wide knowledge. Experience is important when it comes to hiring an attorney. Our team is made up of experienced trial attorneys, skilled mediator attorneys, and Certified Specialists from the California State Bar. Contreras Law prides itself on being creative with lawyers who are not only up-to-date with technology and new laws, but also use them to give you the San Diego experience that you would expect from a law firm.

+16192380616

402 W Broadway Suite 1200, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

Website – https://www.contreraslawfirm.com/

14. – Cantor Law Group

Cantor Law Group is made up of well-known and highly successful attorneys who represent people from all walks of Arizona’s life. Our Family Law and Divorce clients receive the best possible results. Cantor Law Group has a great reputation in the legal profession due to our professionalism, integrity and honesty. While many attorneys may claim they are aggressive, few actually follow through. Cantor Law Group is truly beyond aggressive! Cantor Law Group is home to over 200 jury trials in every type of case. The combined experience of our lawyers is 70 years. The highly skilled staff of investigators and paralegals has the resources and qualifications to investigate, litigate and successfully resolve any aspect of Family Law/Divorce issues, no matter what case type. We are available to assist you immediately and will get the best possible results for your case.

+16022548880

40 N Central Ave Suite 2310, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

Website – https://cantorlawgroup.com/

15. – Schreier & Housewirth Family Law

Your divorce or child custody case will have many moving parts. It is crucial to hire the best lawyer. It is important that your interests align. You could feel isolated, confused, or worse, relegated as a part of a large-volume family practice. Your story is important to us. We then target your goals, and create a plan to reach them. To diffuse tension and find creative solutions for family problems, we have mediation and collaborative family legal tools.

+18179239999

1800 W Bowie St, Fort Worth, TX 76104, USA

Website – https://lawtolife.com/

16. – Conti Moore Law, PLLC

The most difficult thing you will ever have to deal with is divorce. It shouldn’t be something you have to do on your own. Finding the best Orlando divorce attorney can help make a big difference. Conti Moore Law PLLC understands how hard divorce can be. The award-winning Orlando divorce attorneys are available to assist you with minimizing stress and making the entire process easy. We have more than 50 years combined experience so you can benefit from our proven strategies and effective methods for divorce. For more information about Orlando’s family law office and the ways our lawyers can assist you in these difficult times, please contact us. Call our office today at 407 584-8704 for your free initial case evaluation.

+14073052215

815 N Magnolia Ave Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32803, USA

Website – https://www.contimoorelaw.com/orlando-divorce-lawyer/

17.- Moreno Law, LLC

Moreno Law in Kansas City can offer skilled representation for uncontested and contested divorce proceedings. Personal attention can be provided for support and custody matters. It can be challenging to manage your legal affairs during separation. We have a team of qualified attorneys who can assist you with all aspects related to child support, custody, and visitation. Moreno Law LLC feels that all clients need to be informed about their legal process. Our partnership with clients covers all aspects of family law.

+18162000467

601 Walnut Suite 200 – 2nd Floor, Kansas City, MO 64106, USA

Website – https://morenolawkc.com/

18. – Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC

We strive to deliver professional, responsive, and high-quality legal services, from beginning to end. Our success lies in our dedication to our clients. Our support staff is always available to assist clients throughout their case. We believe in getting to know each client and maintaining great communication. We have represented clients in a variety of estate and family law cases. Our attorneys also offer complimentary e-books, as well as other resources to help clients better understand the law and process.

+12818109760

3707 Cypress Creek Pkwy Suite 400, Houston, TX 77068, USA

Website – http://www.bryanfagan.com/

19. – DeVoe Law Firm

Florida State University College of Law was where I studied 1995. I was an active member of Law Review, and I also served as a judicial extern to the Florida Supreme Court’s former Chief Justice. In 1998, I received my Juris Doctor and graduated with Honors. My legal career began as an associate in a state-based law firm. Later, I worked for an international firm that did corporate and transactional work. Later, I was an in-house staff attorney for a Fortune 500 company as well as its corporate counsel. My valuable experience in litigation was gained at the State Attorney’s Office, where I served as a trial lawyer for the Ninth Judicial Circuit of Florida. This includes Orange County and Osceola County. DeVoe Law Firm was formed to offer quality criminal defense and family law legal services in Orlando and Altamonte Springs. The Executive Committee of Orange County Bar Association’s Family Law Section, Central Florida Family Law Inns of Court and Orange County Bar Association include the Family Law Section as well as the Criminal Law Section. As a volunteer for Orange County Teen Court, I have also served as a lecturer at an Orlando university.

+14072841620

1060 Woodcock Rd, Orlando, FL 32803, USA

Website – http://devoelaw.com/

20. – The Rudisel Law Firm, P.C.

The Rudisel Law firm, P.C. Mr. Rudisel along with his professional staff. Rudisel and his professional staff at The Rudisel Law Firm, P.C. focus on family and divorce law and strive to help clients achieve their goals. Their clients are their top priority and they believe that all Texans deserve the best legal representation. Houston lawyer Mr. Rudisel has passion for family law. He can help you with your child custody, visitation, modifications, child support and child support issues.

+17137817775

1415 N Loop W # 910, Houston, TX 77008, USA

Website – https://houstondivorcesource.com/

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Keep in mind that whatever you pay a trademark registration firm won’t include the fees the USPTO charges for filing for a trademark. Be prepared to pay an additional $250 to $350 per trademark class.

The Best Trademark Registration Services of 2023 in USA
LegalZoom
Trademark Engine
Rocket Lawyer
JPG Legal
Trademark Plus
TrademarkCenter
Trademark Factory
MyCorporation
Trademark Express
Trademark Firm

Note: The information in this article is for informational purposes only. None of it should be considered legal advice on trademark registration, or any other subject.

1. – LegalZoom (First according Customer Review’s)

LegalZoom is an online legal technology company with headquarters in California. This company aims to help its clients create legal documents without hiring a lawyer.

Using LegalZoom’s services, people can quickly and easily start a business, secure their families’ interests, and protect their intellectual property. From creating wills and living trusts to submitting trademark applications, LegalZoom can assist you in every step of your life.

Key features

• A wide selection of services – LegalZoom covers you in many other spheres of your life besides trademark registration;
• US coverage – all legal documents are recognized in all 50 US states;
• Quick turnaround time – get your documents in record time;
• Flat-rate fees – no surprises with unexpected costs; and
• Customer support – clients can contact the customer care team via phone or live chat.

Plans and pricing

LegalZoom offers only one type of package for its trademark registration services.

Standard package

• $599
  Plus federal fees

LegalZoom’s trademark registration service includes research, registration filing, and full attorney support throughout the process, even if the attorney believes that your first trademark idea has some issues.

2. – Trademark Engine (Versatile pricing)

Trademark Engine is a company established to provide small businesses with a simple, quick, and affordable approach to trademark registration. Trademark Engine stands out due to its excellent features, versatile pricing plans, and an experienced team that takes care of every application with great care.

Key features

• Affordable prices – the Basic package is among the cheapest pricing plans for trademark registration;
• Trademark monitoring – almost all pricing plans include trademark monitoring;
• Direct-hit search – gain access to all pending and live trademark applications;
• Federal e-filing – complete the entire application online without dealing with a bunch of emails and paperwork; and
• Customer support – contact the customer care team via phone, live chat, or email.

Plans and pricing

Trademark Engine offers three pricing plans for those looking to register a trademark.

Basic package

• $99
  Plus USPTO filing fees

The basic package includes features such as direct-hit search, federal e-filing with USPTO, and electronic delivery.

Standard package

• $149
  Plus USPTO filing fees

In addition to including all services from the basic package, the Standard package also includes a cease & desist letter, a custom transfer/assignment template, and one month of trademark monitoring.

Deluxe package

• $199
  Plus USPTO filing fees

Along with all services from the Standard package, the Deluxe package also includes private registration and 24-hour expedited processing.

3. – Rocket Lawyer (The Best cheapest options)

Rocket Lawyer is another outstanding choice, primarily if you’re searching for a cost-effective trademark registration service. If you sign up for a Rocket Lawyer membership, you can receive additional discounts that will lower the price of the company’s services even further.

Key features

• Discounted prices – members receive special discounts for services;
• Affordable plans – trademark registration service plans are some of the cheapest on the market;
• One-on-one consultation – meet with an attorney to discuss your trademark registration;
• Proper protection – choose a trademark class that best fits your intellectual property; and
• Professional assistance – get help from an attorney to ensure that your application is complete.

Plans and pricing

Rocket Lawyer has one plan.

Basic

• $39 per month

Easy-to-create, reliable documents for hundreds of purposes, share, download and print anytime, etc.

4. – Incfile (Streamlined user interface)

If you’re searching for a company that offers trademark registration services and an engaging and streamlined experience while using its platform, you can’t go wrong with Incfile. With one of the best user interfaces, working to protect your brand’s documentation is fun and easy.

Key features

• Cost-effective trademarking – Incfile’s services allow you to save a lot of money from the start;
• Online storage – store all of your essential files and documents in one place;
• Dashboard – track deadlines and receive reminders with their user-friendly dashboard; and
• Unlimited customer support – contact customer support via phone or email as often as you need.

Plans and pricing

Incfile offers only one pricing plan for registering a trademark at their company.

Basic

• $199
  Plus state fee

Registering your trademark with Incfile includes legal counseling with a trademark attorney, a detailed search of existing trademarks, and trademark application preparation and filing.

5. Trademark Plus (Give Flexible services)

As one of the newer companies working with trademark registration, Trademark Plus offers flexible services to its clients compared to some older companies in the field. With their 30-day money-back guarantee and affordable plans, Trademark Plus allows its customers to remain flexible.

Key features

• Affordable plans – with cost-effective pricing plans, Trademark Plus is an excellent budget-friendly option;
• 30-day money-back guarantee – receive your money back if you’re not satisfied with their service within the first 30 days;
• Application preparation and filing – with select plans, the Trademark Plus team takes care of your entire application;
• Perfect for small businesses – if you know your trademark is available, the easy filing process is ideal for you; and
• Six- to eight-month turnaround – receive a decision quickly.

Plans and pricing

The four pricing plans available at Trademark Plus are:

U.S. Federal

• $99
  Plus filing fee

The U.S. Federal includes an in-depth search of federal trademarks, submission of the draft application to the USPTO, and review of the application.

U.S. Federal & State

• $199
  Plus filing fee

The U.S. Federal & State includes an in-depth search of federal trademarks, experienced trademark attorney assistance, as well as submission of the application to the USPTO.

U.S. Comprehensive

• $299
  Plus filing fee

Email delivery of search report, state search of pending and registered trademarks from all 50 States, etc.

Worldwide and U.S.

• $499
  Plus filing fee

Worldwide search of active International trademarks including Canada, European Community, United Kingdom, Germany, and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

6. – Trademark Factory (For Legal help)

Finding a legal company that genuinely cares about its clients and will do anything to help them is challenging but not impossible. Fortunately, you don’t have to look far if that is your primary goal. Trademark Factory offers you all of the legal help you might require while registering a trademark.

Key features

• 99.3% success rate – a high chance of your trademark registration approval;
• Nine years in business – work with experienced professionals who know everything about trademark registration;
• Get a full refund – you will get all your money back if you don’t get trademark approval;
• Handling of all office actions – licensed professionals handle all office actions for you with most plans; and
• A fixed fee – no hidden or unexpected costs.

Plans and pricing

The three pricing plans at Trademark Factory are:

I Feel Lucky

• $1.995

The most cost-effective plan at Trademark Factory includes a trademark search, free additional searches, application filing and handling, and a trademark certificate.

All-Inclusive

• $2.995

The All-Inclusive plan incorporates all of the features from the plan above, plus a 100% refund if the application gets rejected, as well as unlimited responses to office actions.

Ultimate

• $5.995

The Ultimate plan includes several additional features, such as defending your trademark and weekly trademark monitoring.

7.- Trademark Express (One-on-one communication)

Finally, Trademark Express is the best choice for people seeking an individualized approach and one-on-one communication. Trademark Express excels at providing customers with custom plans that best fit their needs.

Key features

• 100% success rate – all trademark applications since 2008 have received approval;
• Specialist consultations – learn about how the company works before making a deal;
• Expert analysis – let trademark experts take care of your application;
• Comprehensive search – examine common, state, and federal laws related to trademarking; and
• Customer support – contact the customer care team via email or phone.

Plans and pricing

The Trademark Express trademark registration services are available in two different pricing plans.

Application Prep Package

• $400

If you want the company to take care of your application, Trademark Express can prepare and file the application for you.

Start-Up Package

• $400

Start-Up Package includes federal, state, and common law research by the company’s expert team.

Premium Package

• $700

The Trademark Express team will search the pending and registered trademark files and fully prepare your US Federal trademark application.

Urgent Trademark

• $1000

Urgent Trademark package includes the trademarking service in just 10 hours.

8. – Trademark Center (Best for small business owners)

If you’re a small business owner, the services at the Trademark Center are perfect for your brand. Since money-back guarantees aren’t that common among companies working with trademark registration, this feature can help you to avoid wasting money.

Key features

• 20 years of experience – work with a company that has filed over 6,000 trademark applications;
• Attorney consultation – consult with an expert regarding your trademark registration;
• Trademark monitoring – make sure that there aren’t any infringements of your intellectual property;
• Comprehensive search – examine all common, state, and federal trademark laws; and
• Money-back guarantee – get your money back before or after filing a trademark registration application.

Plans and pricing

The two pricing plans available through the Trademark Center are:

Standard

• $300 
  Plus USPTO fees

The Trademark Center’s Standard package includes federal search, application drafting and filing, 6 months of quarterly trademark watch, and trademark attorney assistance, among other services.

Premium

• $495 
  Plus USPTO fees

The Premium package includes a more comprehensive search, application drafting and filing, one year of quarterly trademark watch, trademark attorney assistance, and several other services.

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Want to jump straight to the answer? The best online legal service for most people is Rocket Lawyer or LegalShield.

Not everyone keeps a lawyer on retainer, mostly because of the astronomical expense. And even if a brand is lucky enough to be able to afford this, they might get an unpleasant surprise when a legal need arises and the lawyer they’ve retained doesn’t specialize in the necessary area of law.

That’s why online legal services are so helpful. With just a few clicks, you can access legal documents, find a nearby attorney, and seek legal counsel to assist with any issue.

Most businesses need a lawyer at some point, particularly when they’re just starting out. Hiring an independent business attorney to handle all your legal needs can be cost-prohibitive, especially for those launching a new company on a budget. The good news is that many business legal matters, including business formation, can be handled via trustworthy online legal service providers.

The best online legal services offer a timely and affordable way to set up your limited liability company (LLC), corporation or nonprofit while also ensuring you remain compliant with filing rules and regulations. You can also use an online legal service provider to help you file your employer identification number (EIN), create legal partnerships, draft business contacts and protect your intellectual property through trademarks and copyrights. Some companies even offer live consultations with licensed attorneys.

Forbes Advisor combed the online legal services industry to find the providers that rise to the top in terms of services offered, reliability and overall value. You’ll find our top five picks below.

The 11 Best Online Legal Services of 2023

Best of 2023: Avvo, Incfile, Lawyer.com, LegalMatch, LegalNature, LegalShield, LegalZoom, Nolo, Rocket Lawyer, UpCounsel, and US Legal Forms.

All of my top picks are great choices for businesses with varying needs in different situations. However, I found that most businesses find everything they need with one of the following:

• Rocket Lawyer — Best for fast legal help
• Incfile — Best for setting up your startup
• LegalShield — Best full-coverage legal plans
• US Legal Forms — Biggest selection of personal and business forms
• Lawyer.com — Best for hiring local and regional lawyers

rom one-off situations to a full on-call legal team and business incorporation services, the five providers above cover everything that most businesses need.

Below, I’ll highlight the top features, benefits, use cases, and considerations of each online legal service to help you make the right decision for your needs.

In addition to my top five recommendations, I’ll review several other online legal services that may be of interest to business owners.

Best Online Legal Services Reviews

Rocket Lawyer – Best for Fast Legal Help

Rocket Lawyer offers an online legal service that helps people create legal documents and get legal advice as fast as possible.

As their name suggests, they give you a variety of ways to quickly access attorneys and their advice including phone, email, or chat. RocketLawyer will connect you with attorneys that cover a wide range of topics including family law, wills, business contracts and documents, criminal law, personal injury, employment law, and real estate.

They also have an excellent legal advice portal where you can type in your legal question and get answers back within a business day.

If you need even more help, they can help connect you with an actual lawyer to talk to about your matters. Their helpful lawyer directory allows you to choose the legal topic you want a pro to consult with, along with your state so they can connect you with someone knowledgeable about local laws. It takes just a few minutes to do.

Rocket Lawyer also has an extensive resource library for its customers that helps individuals and business owners create legal documents for a wide range of use cases.

Here are a few documents they help you create and process:

Business

• Non-Disclosure Agreement
• LLC Operating Agreement
• Independent Contractor Agreement
• Business Contract

Real Estate

• Lease Agreement
• Eviction Notice
• Intent to Purchase Real Estate
• Quitclaim Deed

Rocket Lawyer can also help with more personal matters such as estate planning and healthcare directives. If you really want to dig into Rocket Lawyer and what it has to offer, I did a deeper dive into Rocket Lawyer in my recent review of the service.

Rocket Lawyer offers two ways to pay: You can pay a monthly membership fee of $39.99 per month to access free services and discounted documents. Alternatively, you can opt to pay per use based on only what you need.

When you go the a la carte route, Rocket Lawyer charges $39.99 per document. If you know you’re going to need multiple documents at once or need legal documents created on an ongoing basis then the monthly membership is definitely worth it.

Rocket Lawyer also has a great mobile app. This gives you fast access to your documents from anywhere. You can even sign agreements directly in the app.

Lawyer.com – Best for Hiring Local and Regional Lawyers

Whether you’re looking for quick legal assistance from an attorney in your state or for new counsel to replace your current lawyer, Lawyer.com’s database gives you plenty of lawyers near you to choose from.

And by plenty, I mean well over 1 million lawyers nationwide. Most states in the U.S. have tens of thousands of attorneys listed on Lawyer.com. Their practice areas span the entire legal spectrum.

To get started just submit some basic information and legal issue details, and Lawyer.com will match you with a qualified attorney in your region. Unlike some other lawyer matching sites, you can even browse the database freely by city/state and area of practice.

This allows you to do your homework on potential counsel to see if they’re a good fit before committing to a consultation.

Lawyer.com puts an emphasis on personal and family legal issues, but they also accommodate business needs. This makes Lawyer.com appealing to entrepreneurs who may want both personal and business counsel.

You can get a legal protection plan from Lawyer.com starting at $14.99 per month. Generally, these plans focus on personal or family counsel, but plan members can also use any plan for business representation.

The plans give you get unlimited free consultations, 25% discounts on qualified legal fees, and no cancellation fees. Business legal areas that plan members can utilize include contracts, incorporation, partnerships, and intellectual property. That’s in addition to personal coverage in areas like accident and injury, family law, and estate planning.

Personal protection plans run $14.99 for one month, $29.99 for three months, or $119.99 for the year. Family plans include services for you, your spouse, and your children, starting at $19.99 per month or $44.99 for a three-month plan and $179.99 for a full year.

Lawyer.com’s plans may not be robust enough for some businesses and professionals, but their vast database of attorneys can be a huge help to anyone. Find a lawyer based on a convenient location or pick one most suited to your preferences after doing your own due diligence and research.

Incfile – Best for Setting Up Your Startup

Incfile offers an online legal service that specializes in business formation. If you have ever tried to set up a business yourself, you know how helpful it is to have someone who understands the law on your side.

Simply choose your entity type (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, or Nonprofit) and select your state of formation to proceed. Not sure which entity type is best for you? Incfile will help you choose the best entity type based on your needs.

Beyond choosing your entity type, there are a lot of other steps to starting a business. Incfile helps you get the legal stuff locked down the right way, and helps you grow your business on a firm foundation.

Incfile has three different packages. The rates for each vary by state.

All plans include:

• Company name availability verification
• Preparation and filing
• Registered agent service (free for one year)
• Lifetime company alerts
• Online status tracking
• Free business tax consultation
• Lifetime support
• Online access to your incorporation documents
• Next-day business processing

The basic plan is $0. The only cost is your state’s registration fee.

However, you’ll have to pay extra for things like an EIN/Tax ID, IRS Form 2553, operating agreements, and the like. Incfile also provides long-term assistance with compliance and trademark registration.

I recommend going with at least the Gold package. It comes with all those extras along with unlimited phone and email support, express shipping, expedited filing, and FedEx Delivery.

To find the exact cost for your startup, just select an entity type and choose your state. You can get a quote from Incfile in seconds.

LegalZoom – Best for Pain-Free IP Protection

LegalZoom is the most diverse online legal service on the market today. This website can accommodate your personal, professional, and business needs.

Where LegalZoom really shines is in its intellectual property (IP) services. Do you need a copyright or a trademark for your brand? A utility or a design patent?

LegalZoom walks you through all the crucial paperwork needed to protect your IP.

They’re also one of the most comprehensive services for prior art, patent, trademark, and copyright searching. You can also get help filing utility, design patents, and provisional patent applications in just three steps.

LegalZoom’s online legal services can be segmented into four main categories.

Business

• Business formation
• Corporate changes and filings
• Business compliance
• Business names
• Trademark, patent, and copyright
• Real estate
• Taxes, licensing, and permits
• Legal forms and agreements

Intellectual Property

• Trademark search
• Trademark registration
• Copyright registration
• Design patent
• Utility patent
• Provisional patent application

Wills, Trust, and Family

• Estate planning
• Marriage and divorce
• Residential lease
• Property lease
• Financial power of attorney

Attorney Advice

• Business consultation
• Personal consultation
• Contracts and agreements
• Website terms and conditions

LegalZoom offers six-month and annual plans for businesses and individuals. Individual plans start at $9.99 per month with an annual contract, and business plans start at $31.25 per month with a one-year commitment.

LegalZoom is a top choice to consider for one-time services, as well as ongoing legal needs.

LegalShield – Best Full-Coverage Legal Plans

LegalShield helps people defend themselves by always having a lawyer ready.

That’s the thing, you don’t necessarily know when you are going to need the help of a lawyer. It never comes at a good time, but with LegalShield, you can start resolving problems immediately without breaking the bank.

Individuals, families, businesses–LegalShield has a range of affordable plans that provide people with the help they need, when they need it.

Plans for individuals start at $29.99 per month, or $24.99 per month with an annual subscription. These plans always include family members, and cover scenarios such as IRS audits, estate planning and more.

On their small business legal service plans, LegalShield connects you with a trusted law firm in your state or in any state where you do business and need consultation. You can use them for unlimited advice and counsel on matters such as:

• Hiring/firing
• Incorporation
• Joint ventures
• Customer complaints
• Vendor issues
• Recovery services
• Compliance
• Zoning

The plans also cover 30-minute consultations on out-of-state legal matters and more specific areas of law—like tax, IP, immigration, and antitrust. Additional services needed in these areas are billed at a member discount of between 10% and 25%.

You also get a flat 25% discount on legal services not covered in your contract with your designated law firm.

All of this is included in the SMB Legal Essentials plan for $49 per month, plus:

• 10 letters or phone calls per year by your counsel on your behalf
• Attorney review of up to 10 documents per year
• 5 collection letters per month

Attorneys are guaranteed to return calls in four hours or less, documents get reviewed in no more than three business days, and you’ll be connected to someone within 15 minutes in cases of a legal emergency.

Step up to the two higher tiers—SMB Legal Plus for $99 per month or SMB Legal Pro for $169 per month—for more letters, phone calls, document reviews, and collection letters, plus interstate services, IRS audit services, and converting some discounted services to flat fees.

Connect with LegalShield to learn more by using its dedicated line at 833-936-0586, or head to their website to sign up for affordable legal coverage today.

UpCounsel – Best for Outsourcing Your Legal Department

UpCounsel is great for a wide range of legal services.

From one-time personal legal consultations to an entire freelance legal department for your business, UpCounsel has it all.

It’s even used by top brands that frequently deal with complex legal matters. If companies like Airbnb rely on UpCounsel, you know you’ll be in good hands, too.

Popular legal categories offered on UpCounsel include:

• Business formation
• Agreements
• Patents
• Trademarks
• General counsel
• Labor and employment
• Securities and finance

Here’s how it works.

You start by posting a “job” that is a summary of your business and legal needs. This information, and anything else you share on UpCounsel, is strictly confidential.

The UpCounsel algorithm automatically matches you with attorneys qualified to handle your specific needs. These lawyers send you proposals, and from there you can schedule a free consultation with no obligation.

Once you’ve selected the best lawyer for your needs, you hire them. All pricing is straightforward, so you never have to worry about hidden fees. You can collaborate with your lawyer directly through the UpCounsel platform.

UpCounsel makes it easy to manage all of your communications in one place. The platform offers time-tracked phone calls and free document management.

You’ll also be able to manage your invoices, track your spending, and benefit from flexible payment options. If you worked with a lawyer in the past that you liked, UpCounsel makes it easy to work with them again.

If you need dedicated legal support that’s always available when you need it, reach out to UpCounsel today.

US Legal Forms – Biggest Selection of Personal and Business Forms

You’ll find more than 85,000 state- and industry-specific legal documents in the US Legal Forms online library. Virtually any legal document you need, for personal or business use, is just a few clicks away.

Individuals, small businesses, and even attorneys have relied on US Legal Forms for more than 25 years. The company boasts a client list of more than 3 million customers. That’s a lot of downloaded legal forms.

Just a few of the categories you’ll find forms for include:

Estate planning
Real estate
Divorce
Bankruptcy
New business startup
Business operations
Landlord-tenant

You won’t just find the form templates and be left on your own, either. US Legal Forms also includes detailed guides, instructions, and recommendations for filing out the forms.

Templates are available in PDF or DOCX formats, and you can complete and sign them online or download and print them. The choice is yours.

If you get stuck along the way, US Legal Forms offers four ways to get support—phone, chat, email, and a robust FAQ section on its website.

There is also an extra Completion Service, where a US Legal Form expert will help complete certain form types for you, including living wills, power of attorney, and last will document. However, you’ll need a Premium subscription to use this service.

You can choose from a number of packages that include all the necessary forms to address common needs, like adoption, personal planning, business formation, employment matters, and more.

US Legal Forms offers two plans, Basic and Premium. Basic gives you unlimited access to all legal forms for $39 per month. However, you can knock that price down to $8 per month if you purchase an annual plan.

The Premium plan includes all forms, plus document management, eSignature, and benefits like an online PDF filler/editor and completion services. You’ll also get 50% off business/legal entity formation services. The Premium package is $59 per month on a monthly basis or $15 per month when you buy an annual plan.

All US Legal Forms are state-specific. To get started, visit US Legal Forms, choose your state, then start searching for the forms you need. It’s that easy.

Nolo – Best for Doing It All Yourself

Unless you’re a lawyer, you probably don’t want to do litigation yourself or represent yourself in court. But there’s a lot in business, real estate, and family law that you can handle on your own. And that’s where Nolo comes in.

While many of the other options on my list offer ways to find or retain legal counsel and advice, Nolo offers a vast library of legal products that anyone can pick up and use.

Nolo’s products are broken down into three categories: books with legal advice and guidance for common needs, all the forms you’d need to file for business and personal actions, and software for estate planning, trusts, and managing finances.

Nolo’s library of resources is extensive and are written by their team of lawyers and legal experts. You can find deep-dive guides on everything from being a landlord or negotiating a commercial lease to dealing with workplace conflict or learning to make patent drawings.

Each book contains hundreds of pages of expert advice in easy-to-understand writing, with updated editions coming out when legal guidelines or best practices change. Purchase the physical book, ebook or PDF version, or a bundle of both.

Plus, the books are supported further by the deep archive of legal articles on Nolo’s website. You can always refer to those for greater detail or context on subjects.

Many of the books also contain relevant forms on the topic, which you can easily download after purchase. You can also go straight to the forms and purchase them a la carte.

Nolo covers all the bases. They have forms for the most common legal actions, including:

• Business formation and operation
• Estate planning, trusts, and family law
• Landlord, real estate, and leases
• Intellectual property
• HR
• Taxes and finance
• Accidents and injuries

The best part is Nolo’s pricing structure. You pay a single price for a one-year subscription that allows you to create and fill as many of the form types as you need.

That’s incredibly convenient for forms you need often. For example, the $34.99 for an independent contractor agreement quickly becomes dirt cheap if you’re scaling up your W-9 workforce in a hurry.

Learn and file to your heart’s content through Nolo. You can pocket the rest of what you would’ve spent on a legal consultation.

LegalMatch – Best for Finding an Attorney Near You

LegalMatch is designed to match you with an attorney close to home. It’s the best choice for those of you seeking legal counsel in your local area.

The process is simple, quick, and straightforward. Just provide your location and choose a category from the following topic areas:

• Family
• Employment
• Criminal defense
• Real estate
• Business
• Immigration

LegalMatch automatically connects you with a highly-rated and licensed lawyer near you. The best part? This connection and referral process is totally free.

LegalMatch has been helping people find local lawyers for the last 20 years, and more than five million cases have been posted on the site.

Once you post your case, you’ll have a response within 24 hours. This makes LegalMatch a great option for time-sensitive matters.

After you’re matched, you have full access to the attorney’s profile and background information. You also have access to user ratings and reviews shared by previous clients, so you can make an educated decision. LegalMatch also provides a complete breakdown of each lawyer’s fee structure.

LegalMatch is an ideal option for finding lawyers without pressure. Simply choose which lawyer is best for your needs after reviewing all the provided options.

You’re never under any obligation to hire a lawyer or sign a contract when you’re matched with an attorney through this platform.

LegalNature – Best for DIY Legal Documents

LegalNature gives you all you need for legal filings and templates. It’s fast, reliable, and easy for anyone to use.

For the business owner that needs a critical document that is done right, done fast, and doesn’t break the bank, LegalNature is a great option.

When it comes to non-disclosure agreements, termination forms, commercial lease agreements, and other important business documents, LegalNature helps you create without worry.

Here’s a quick overview of some of LegalNature’s top categories:

• Business
• Business formation
• Commercial property
• Estate planning
• Healthcare
• Human resources
• Marriage and divorce
• Landlord and tenant
• Personal affairs
• Property

Choose the legal document you’d like to create and LegalNature walks you step-by-step through the entire drafting process. When you’re done, you can easily download and store the completed documents.

LegalNature recently changed its payment options, starting with LegalNature+, which is available as an annual subscription for $119 per year or as a month-to-month subscription for $39 per month.

With LegalNature+, you can create, edit, and store all the documents you create in the LegalNature library. You can store an unlimited number of versions of the documents as well.

Additionally, LegalNature offers à la carte business services for an extra cost, such as articles of amendment, business formation documents, and certificates of good standing.

Whether you need legal documents for a single use or an ongoing basis, LegalNature gives you an easy way to draft offer letters, NDAs, and other HR forms that are a regular need for a growing business.

Avvo – Best for Online Legal Q&As

Avvo is unique on our online legal services list.

The platform has an extensive lawyer directory to help you find an attorney in your area. But it also gives you free online answers to your legal questions.

You can browse questions that were asked by other people or post your own question and get responses from multiple lawyers.

Popular questions and legal advice on Avvo are related to:

• Business
• Child custody
• Criminal defense
• DUI
• Divorce
• Employment
• Immigration
• Landlord and tenant
• Personal injury
• Prenuptial agreement
• Traffic violations

There are hundreds of legal topics that Avvo can help you with.

In addition to the lawyer directory and free Q&A, Avvo also has tons of free articles, resources, and guides with legal advice. For those of you who need legal questions answered online but don’t want to pay expensive attorney consultation fees, Avvo is your best option.

How to Choose the Best Online Legal Service For Your Business

With so many different online legal services to choose from, it can be tough to narrow down your options. It’s always easier to navigate something when you have a road map to guide you.

This is the methodology I used to create this top list. I’ll go through each factor in greater detail so you can understand what matters the most as you’re considering online legal services.

Speed of Assistance

Timeliness is crucial when it comes to legal assistance. After all, emergencies can pop up that require legal help as soon as possible.

Platforms like LegalMatch promise that an attorney will respond to your case within 24 hours of your request.

Avvo works a lot like Quora, allowing you to post a question and have it answered by lawyers on their website. You can also jump into a history of questions other users have already asked to find answers to situations similar to your own.

Getting your question answered for free on an online legal forum isn’t the best option for those of you who need to speak with a lawyer within the next few hours, though. Make sure you find a platform that’s easy to use and allows you to choose a lawyer quickly without any pressure or obligation.

And if you want the security of knowing you always have a lawyer that knows your business and is available on demand, there’s always a service like UpCounsel. This gives you the power of a legal department at just a fraction of the cost if you hired your own in-house counsel.

Legal Practice Focus

Online legal services vary according to their offerings—with some specializing in certain areas and others taking a broader approach.

That’s why it’s important to find a service that covers the type of legal help you need. After all, someone going through a divorce doesn’t need the same attorney as a freelancer drafting a contract for a new client.

Take a look at the areas where each online legal service focuses. Companies like RocketLawyer, LegalZoom, and IncFile can help you form LLCs and corporations.

Some of them like LegalZoom and IncFile let you go deeper and help you register trademarks.

LegalZoom can even help you establish copyright for original creative work or a patent for an invention or product. They’ve worked with creators to establish more than 650,000 IP filings and processed more than 90,000 copyright applications.

On the other hand, platforms like Avvo and LegalMatch are primarily used for finding an in-person lawyer to assist you in your area. Think of them as the Craigslist of legal services (only without the sketchy posts).

Also, consider whether or not you have business or personal legal needs. Some platforms offer online legal services for both, while others specialize in one or the other.

Business Stage and Size

If you’re looking for online legal services for personal matters such as immigration or divorce, then go ahead and skip this section as it doesn’t apply to you. 

However, if you are on the hunt for online legal services for your business, then keep reading. 

There are two main things you need to consider when looking for legal services for business purposes.

1. Size. How big is your business? A small mom-and-pop shop will need very different legal services than a 1,000+ employee corporation. 
2. Stage. Where is your business in its lifecycle? If you’re an entrepreneur at the beginning of your business journey, then you may need legal services that can aid with business formation solutions. However, if your business is already established, then you may need help with contracts and hiring new employees. 

If you’re in the startup world, I suggest you look to an online legal service like Incfile to register your company. 

If you’ve got a midsized company, chances are good that you won’t need constant legal services, but rather only as issues arise. For this scenario, a service like LegalMatch is perfect for connecting you with a good attorney on demand. And if you’re in need of specialized advice, Rocket Lawyer is your go-to. 

If you’re a larger organization, then you’ll want something more like UpCounsel that will connect you to the attorneys you need to represent your business. UpCounsel is the best option for helping you outsource your entire legal department. 

Live Legal Assistance

In many cases you won’t ever need to meet up with a lawyer. However, if you need to meet face-to-face with an attorney (due to security concerns or a complex issue), you’ll want to find a service that can quickly connect you with an attorney.

In keeping pace with the evolving landscape of remote working, many of these services will also connect you with lawyers willing to consult with you over Zoom or the phone.

Of course, being matched with a lawyer that’s across the country won’t be ideal if you need help in the courtroom or with local or state laws. In those cases, you’ll more likely want to find a lawyer closer to home.

If so, look for a platform that allows you to find a qualified lawyer based on your ZIP code or state. Our choices for the best services with directories— LegalMatch, Avvo, and LegalZoom—are good places to start.

Frequency of Use

How often will you be using the online legal service?

You may need an attorney for a one-time event. This can be to file paperwork, draft a contract, or settle a dispute. In this case, LegalMatch or Avvo are a better match for your needs.

If you’re looking to create an ongoing relationship with a lawyer but on an on-demand basis, Rocket Lawyer or LegalZoom will make a suitable choice. Both services will connect you with lawyers who will work with you to quickly resolve any legal issues.

Being clear on how often you’ll need legal assistance is cost-effective, too.

Why? The pricing structures for online legal services vary from platform to platform. Some charge an ongoing fee for a membership, which may be great for a business that anticipates regularly needing legal help. Other services charge on a per-case or per-use basis, which is helpful for one-off situations.

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