Precision and Confidence in Legal Document Preparation
Expert Legal Writing is a professional Legal Document Assistance (LDA) firm, registered and bonded in California (LDA No.: KC 122). We specialize in preparing court documents, motions, petitions, and declarations according to your specific instructions, ensuring they meet court requirements in San Francisco and across the Bay Area.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: We are NOT attorneys. We are LDA professionals. We only prepare documents based on the information and instructions you provide. We cannot provide legal advice, select forms for you, or represent you in court. If you need legal advice, please consult a licensed attorney.
Our Specialized Document Preparation Services
1. Primary Focus: Child Custody & Family Law Pleadings (Bag-Custody)
While our primary contact number (Bag-Custody) emphasizes family matters, we are experts in preparing all complex documents related to family court proceedings. This includes initial Petitions and Responses, Declarations, and all necessary follow-up documents for Hearings:
- Divorce (Dissolution): Petition, Response, and Judgment documents.
- Child Custody & Visitation: Requests for Order (RFOs), Declarations, and proposed Parenting Plans.
- Child/Spousal Support: Motions for Establishment or Modification.
- Paternity (Parentage): Establishing Parental Relationship.
- Restraining Orders (Domestic Violence).
2. General Civil Law Documents (Including Collections & Torts)
We prepare documents for numerous civil actions where you are representing yourself (Pro Per). This includes:
- Pleadings: Complaints, Cross-Complaints, Answers, and Demurrers.
- Motions: Motions for Summary Judgment, Discovery Motions, and Motions to Compel.
- Default Judgments: Requests for Entry of Default and supporting documentation.
- Collections: Documentation for Breach of Contract claims.
3. Discovery and Subpoena Preparation
The discovery phase is critical for gathering evidence. We prepare all standard discovery requests and responses based on your instructions:
- Interrogatories (Form and Special).
- Requests for Production of Documents (RFPs).
- Requests for Admission (RFAs).
- Subpoenas: Preparation of Subpoenas Duces Tecum (for documents) and Subpoenas Ad Testificandum (to appear).
4. Small Claims and Special Filings
We assist with documentation for cases handled in lower courts and other specialized needs:
- Small Claims: Plaintiff’s claims, Defendant’s counterclaims, and Appeals documentation.
- Name Changes: Petition for Change of Name (Adult and Minor).
- Default Filings: Preparing documents to enter a default judgment (e.g., in civil or family cases).
- Legal Deeds and Transfers.
5. Probate and Guardianships
While often complex, we provide assistance with documentation for:
- Probate Petitions: Documents for administering an estate.
- Letters of Administration/Testamentary.
- Guardianships: Petition for Appointment of Guardian (for minors).
- Conservatorships.
6. Landlord/Tenant (Unlawful Detainer)
We prepare Unlawful Detainer (eviction) documents for landlords. This requires careful and precise preparation:
- Notices: Drafting of 3-Day, 30-Day, or 60-Day Notices.
- Complaints: Preparation of the Unlawful Detainer Complaint.
- Judgment & Writ: Requests for Entry of Judgment and Writ of Possession documents.
- Tenant Responses: Preparation of Answers to Unlawful Detainer Complaints.
We prepare documents for complex legal matters—even though our phone number focuses on custody, we do much more!
