PHN Legal Document Assistance (LDA)
I AM NOT AN ATTORNEY and PHN Legal Document Assistance is not a law firm. I am a registered Legal Document Assistant and I AM AUTHORIZED TO PREPARE LEGAL DOCUMENTS ONLY UNDER YOUR SPECIFIC DIRECTION.
I CANNOT:
IF YOU NEED LEGAL ADVICE, YOU SHOULD CONSULT WITH AN ATTORNEY.
Legal Document Assistant Registration Information:
County of Registration: Los Angeles County, California
Bond Amount: $25,000.00
I am bonded and registered in Los Angeles County as required by California Business and Professions Code Section 6400, et seq.
PHN Legal Document Assistance agrees to provide the following self-help services, performed only under the Client's specific direction and instruction:
As a Legal Document Assistant, PHN Legal Document Assistance is prohibited by law from providing the following services:
IMPORTANT: You are solely responsible for the content, legal sufficiency, and accuracy of all information you provide. You are responsible for all legal decisions and strategies in your case. If you need legal advice, you must consult with a licensed attorney.
The Client agrees to pay for services as follows:
Additional Costs (NOT included in fees above): Court filing fees, process server fees, courier fees, certified copy fees, and other third-party costs are NOT included in the service fee. These costs will be billed separately or paid directly by Client.
Accepted Payment Methods:
Before providing any services, PHN Legal Document Assistance will provide you with a written itemized statement showing the fee for each specific service to be performed. You have the right to receive this itemized statement before agreeing to any services.
Standard turnaround times for services are as follows:
Turnaround time begins when:
Delays caused by incomplete information, client revisions, or late payments will extend the turnaround time accordingly.
PHN Legal Document Assistance standard business hours are:
Clients may contact PHN Legal during business hours via:
Response times:
PHN Legal Document Assistance offers expedited services for urgent matters at additional cost:
Same-Day Service (completion within 24 hours):
Rush Service (completion within 48-72 hours):
After-Hours/Weekend Service:
Client acknowledges that expedited timelines do not guarantee court acceptance or legal sufficiency of documents.
PHN Legal Document Assistance will make reasonable efforts to accommodate true emergencies but cannot guarantee availability.
True emergencies include:
To request emergency services:
If Client terminates this agreement or requests a refund:
The Client agrees to:
PHN Legal Document Assistance will keep all information provided by Client confidential and will not disclose it to third parties except:
This agreement does NOT create an attorney-client relationship. PHN Legal Document Assistance is NOT a law firm and cannot provide legal representation or services that only licensed attorneys are authorized to provide. Communications with PHN Legal Document Assistance are NOT protected by attorney-client privilege.
Either party may terminate this agreement at any time by providing written notice. Upon termination:
PHN Legal Document Assistance reserves the right to refuse service or terminate this agreement at any time for reasons including but not limited to:
PHN Legal Document Assistance makes NO warranties or guarantees about:
Clients are solely responsible for determining whether documents meet their legal needs and for all legal strategies and decisions. Clients should consult with an attorney if they have questions about legal sufficiency or strategy.
PHN Legal Document Assistance total liability under this agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by Client for services. PHN Legal Document Assistance is not liable for any indirect, consequential, or punitive damages. PHN Legal Document Assistance is not liable for court decisions, legal outcomes, or consequences resulting from Client's legal decisions or information provided by Client.
PHN Legal Document Assistance maintains a $25,000 surety bond as required by California Business and Professions Code Section 6402. A copy of the bond and registration certificate is available upon request.
Bond Information: Bond Amount: $25,000.00 | County of Registration: Los Angeles County, California
If you have a complaint about services provided by PHN Legal Document Assistance, you may:
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising from this agreement shall be resolved in Los Angeles County, California. This agreement complies with California Business and Professions Code Sections 6400-6415.
This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings. This agreement may only be modified in writing signed by both parties.
By signing this agreement electronically, both parties agree that electronic signatures are legally binding and have the same effect as handwritten signatures. Client has the right to request a paper copy of this agreement at any time.
I have read and understand this entire Service Agreement. I understand that:
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2829 Townsgate Road, Suite 100, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Phone: (213) 557-0930 (TEXT for emergencies 24/7) | Email: lda@phnlegal.com
Website: www.phnlegal.com
Katrina Sanchez, Registered Legal Document Assistant | Los Angeles County Registration #: 2026046339 | Expires: 02/20/2028
This Service Agreement complies with California Business and Professions Code Sections 6400-6415. California law requires Legal Document Assistants to be registered and bonded.
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