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Attorney Engagement Letter
California
This California State Bar approved Attorney-Client Fee Agreement generates a completed engagement letter for your law firm to send to the client. It considers options for hourly litigation matters, hourly non-litigation matters, and contingency matters.
Contracts, Law Firm Administration
Attorney Engagement LetterBeneficial Ownership Information Reporting FinCEN
USA - Federal
USA - All States
This is a workflow to collect information for the FinCEN BOI form. The BOI Form is used to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
Corporate
Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting FinCENCalifornia Estate Planning Digital Assets Trust
California
Interactive template to help protect and manage your digital assets after your death or incapacity.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Digital Assets TrustCalifornia Estate Planning Joint Fee Agreement
California
Interactive document that outlines, among other things, necessary conflict waivers related to dual representation when representing clients in their estate planning.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Joint Fee AgreementCalifornia Estate Planning Package (with Trust) for Couple
USA - All States
California
Interactive workflow for drafting a complete estate plan for a married couple, which includes a revocable living trust for a couple (with instructions on what happens when one spouse predeceases another and an "optional disclaimer" trust for the surviving spouse), documents to transfer assets to that trust, health care directives, financial directives and instructions for other assets such as retirement accounts.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Package (with Trust) for CoupleCalifornia Estate Planning Package (with Trust) for Individual
USA - All States
California
Interactive workflow for drafting a complete estate plan for an individual; includes an estate planning package for an individual with a Revocable Living Trust, Will, Healthcare Directive, DPOA, TPP, Grant Deed, and Instructions for Beneficiaries.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Package (with Trust) for IndividualCalifornia Estate Planning Package (without Trust) For Individual or Couple
California
Interactive templates for drafting an estate plan without a trust, which includes a will, health care directives, financial directives and instructions for other assets such as retirement accounts.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Package (without Trust) For Individual or CoupleCalifornia Estate Planning Package Amendment and Revocation Documents
California
Interactive templates for when you need to amend, revoke or restate your estate planning documents.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Package Amendment and Revocation DocumentsCalifornia Estate Planning Pet Trust
California
Interactive template that ensures funds are available and certain measures taken to caretake for pets once the owner is deceased. Essentially, estate planning for your pet.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Pet TrustCalifornia Estate Planning Power of Attorney for Child
California
Interactive document executed by parents to give another adult temporary authority to care for their child.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Power of Attorney for ChildCalifornia Estate Planning Small Estate Affidavit
California
Not necessarily estate planning, but, interactive template for when decedent has an estate that is valued under a certain amount and that person did not have any estate planning. Per California CourtsSelf-Help Guide, that amount can change from year to year.
Estate Planning
California Estate Planning Small Estate AffidavitCalifornia Family - Child Custody
California
Automated document set for California family law, including all of the child custody Judicial Council forms.
Divorce, Family Law
California Family - Child CustodyCalifornia Family - Continuing Divorce
California
This workflow asks questions to automatically fill out the California Judicial Council Forms for continuing a divorce proceeding, including child support orders, declarations for default or uncontested division of property, property orders, income withholding.
Family Law, Divorce
California Family - Continuing DivorceCalifornia Family - Continuing Divorce - SHORT FORM
California
Short Version - Questionnaire to automatically fill out the California Judicial Council Forms for continuing a divorce proceeding. Fills in only fields that appear multiple times.
Family Law
California Family - Continuing Divorce - SHORT FORMCalifornia Family - Petition to Initiate Divorce
California
This workflow asks questions to automatically fill out the California Judicial Council Forms for a Petition for divorce in California. It considers divorces with or without children, and with or without property.
Family Law, Divorce
California Family - Petition to Initiate DivorceCalifornia Family - Petition to Initiate Divorce SHORT FORM
California
SHORT VERSION: This workflow asks questions to automatically fill out the California Judicial Council Forms for a Petition for divorce in California, fills only fields that occur multiple times.
Family Law
California Family - Petition to Initiate Divorce SHORT FORMCalifornia Privacy Policy
California
Upon completion of this intake, the following document will be generated based on your entries: * A Privacy Policy for a California software company. Includes provisions for UK or European data subjects.
Corporate, Contracts, Startup Law, Privacy
California Privacy PolicyCalifornia Probate - Petition to Initiate Probate
California
This workflow allows you to generate forms to initiate a petition for probate in California.
Probate
California Probate - Petition to Initiate ProbateDiscovery Requests
USA - Federal
USA - All States
This questionnaire allows you to automate the repetitive parts of discovery requests and/or responses. This is a basic example that can be expanded.
Civil Litigation
Discovery Requests Florida Family - Financial Affidavit
Florida
Questionnaire that generates a filled-in Form 12.902(c): Florida Family Law Financial Affidavit (Long Form)
Family Law
Florida Family - Financial AffidavitImmigration Employer Attestation Letter
USA - Federal
USA - All States
Automatically generate a letter from the employer attesting to the employee's status, salary, and other information required for an employment-based immigration matter.
Immigration, Employment
Immigration Employer Attestation LetterMichigan Family Law - Commencing Case Court Forms
Michigan
Automated document set of MC 01 - Summons, MC 21 - Confidential Case Inventory, FOC 23 - Verified Statement, and DCH-0838 - Record of Divorce or Annulment
Family Law
Michigan Family Law - Commencing Case Court FormsMichigan Family Law - Discovery Stage Court Forms
Michigan
Automated document set for Michigan's MC 11 - Subpoena and CC 320 - Domestic Relations Verified Financial Information Form
Family Law
Michigan Family Law - Discovery Stage Court FormsMichigan Family Law - Friend of the Court Forms
Michigan
Automated document set including Michigan's DHS-1201D - Application for IV-D Child Support Services, FOC 39 - Friend of the Court Case Questionnaire, FOC 39e - Child-Care Verification
Family Law
Michigan Family Law - Friend of the Court FormsMinnesota Family - Answer for Dissolution of Marriage or Custody and Parenting Time
Minnesota
Interactive questionnaire to generate forms for Respondents facing a divorce or custody and parenting time action, including the Answer and Counter Petition for Dissolution or the Answer and Counter Petition for Custody and Parenting Time, the Certificate of Representation, the Summons, and the Notice of Public Assistance.
Family Law, Divorce, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Family - Answer for Dissolution of Marriage or Custody and Parenting TimeMinnesota Family - Final Order of Dissolution of Marriage for Petitioners
Minnesota
Interactive questionnaire to general a final order of dissolution of marriage for petitioners in Minnesota.
Divorce, Family Law, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Family - Final Order of Dissolution of Marriage for PetitionersMinnesota Family - Final Order of Dissolution of Marriage for Respondents
Minnesota
Interactive questionnaire to generate a final order of dissolution of marriages for respondents.
Family Law, Divorce, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Family - Final Order of Dissolution of Marriage for RespondentsMinnesota Family - Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Custody and Parenting Time
Minnesota
Interactive questionnaire for attorneys to generate Petition for Dissolution OR Petition for Custody and Parenting Time Certificate of Representation, Summons, and Notice of Public Assistance.
Family Law, Divorce, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Family - Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Custody and Parenting TimeMinnesota General - Post Order Documents
Minnesota
Interactive questionnaire to generate a Notice of Withdrawal of Counsel and a Notice of Filing Order OR a Notice of Entry Judgment. This workflow is meant for Minnesota attorneys who need to end the attorney-client relationship after the case is finished.
General, Divorce, Legal Aid/Non-Profit, Family Law, Civil Litigation
Minnesota General - Post Order DocumentsMinnesota Legal Aid - In Forma Pauperis Application Fee Waiver
Minnesota
Interactive questionnaire to generate the In Forma Pauperis Affidavit, Proposed Order, and the Financial Affidavit for Child Support.
Family Law, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Legal Aid - In Forma Pauperis Application Fee WaiverMinnesota Social Security - Administration Letter to Client
Minnesota
USA - Federal
Interactive Questionnaire that creates a letter to the client that can be customized with your letterhead.
Social Security, Legal Aid/Non-Profit, General
Minnesota Social Security - Administration Letter to ClientMinnesota Social Security - Letter to Social Security Administration
Minnesota
USA - Federal
An interactive questionnaire to generate a letter to the Social Security Administration to request a client's medical records to aid in the appeal process for Social Security disability benefits.
Social Security, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Social Security - Letter to Social Security AdministrationMinnesota Social Security - Medical Records Request with Affidavit
Minnesota
USA - Federal
Interactive workflow to generate requests for a client’s medical records from the Social Security Administration to aid in the appeal process for Social Security disability benefits.
Social Security, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Social Security - Medical Records Request with AffidavitMinnesota Social Security Medical Records Request No Affidavit
Minnesota
USA - Federal
Interactive questionnaire that generates a medical records request without an affidavit to aid in the appeal process for Social Security disability benefits
Social Security, Legal Aid/Non-Profit
Minnesota Social Security Medical Records Request No AffidavitVermont Probate - Closing Small Estate
Vermont
Automated Document set for Vermont Probate - Closing a Small Estate
Probate
Vermont Probate - Closing Small EstateVermont Probate - Formal Closing Estate
Vermont
Automated Document Set for Vermont probate, Formal Closing Estate
Probate
Vermont Probate - Formal Closing EstateVermont Probate - Formal Opening Estate
Vermont
Automated Document Set for Vermont: Formal Opening of the Estate
Probate
Vermont Probate - Formal Opening EstateVermont Probate - Opening Small Estate
Vermont
Automated Document Set for Vermont - Opening a Small Estate
Probate
Vermont Probate - Opening Small EstateVermont Probate Formal Making Claim Against Estate
Vermont
Automated Document Set for Vermont - making a formal claim against the estate
Probate
Vermont Probate Formal Making Claim Against EstateWisconsin Probate - Application
Wisconsin
Interactive templates for drafting the set of documents required for a Probate application in Wisconsin. Click "Try This Workflow" to see all included forms.
Probate
Wisconsin Probate - ApplicationIn the realm of probate law, the DE-120 Notice of Hearing form is pivotal during estate or trust administration processes for a deceased person, known as the decedent. This form is essential when there is a petition, application, report, or other legal filing related to the decedent's estate or trust that requires a hearing. Such hearings may address various matters, from resolving disputes to approving accounts submitted by executors or trustees.
- **Trigger Events:**
- Filing a petition for instructions for trustee or executor.
- Seeking court approval for the executor or administrator's actions.
- Periodic or final distribution account reports that necessitate a court's approval.
- Resolving disputes among beneficiaries or regarding estate or trust management.
Prior to needing this form, one might have filed initial documents related to the estate, such as the initial Petition for Probate or Trust, to open the probate case. The DE-120 is typically preceded by a specific event where an order from the court is necessary, signaling participants in the proceedings that their interests could be affected by the upcoming hearing. It ensures all relevant parties are aware of the scheduled court date and their opportunity to attend or respond.
1. **Prepare the Form**: Complete the DE-120 Notice of Hearing form by providing all necessary details, including the names involved in the decedent's estate or trust, the filing party’s information, and the hearing details.
1. **Attach Supporting Documents**: Attach any relevant documents referred to in the notice, such as the petition or report related to the estate or trust.
1. **Submit to the Court**: File the completed form and attached documents with the clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the decedent’s estate or trust is being administered.
1. **Serve Notice**: Serve the Notice of Hearing on interested parties as required, using mail or personal service, and complete any necessary Proof of Service forms (e.g., DE-120(P) for personal service).
1. **Keep Records**: Retain copies of the filed notice and proof of service for your records as evidence that notice was properly provided.
Accessibility Preparations
If accommodations are needed for the hearing, such as assistive listening devices or a sign language interpreter, remember to request these at least five days before the hearing date. This can be done by contacting the clerk's office directly.
Petition Description
When specifying the petition, application, report, or account filed, ensure to provide a full title and a brief description. It's important to include all relevant details so that recipients understand exactly what is being addressed or requested in the hearing.
Accurate Hearing Details
Double-check the hearing date, time, room, and department. These details are crucial for all parties involved to ensure they arrange to attend the hearing. Confirm these details with the court if there is any uncertainty.
Mailing Verification
When completing the Proof of Service by Mail section, it's vital to follow your business's standard mailing procedures to ensure documents are correctly mailed and filed. Remember to attach the petition or document referred to in item 1 of the Notice to each copy being mailed.
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Confirm the hearing details: Ensure that you have the correct date, time, and location for the hearing as specified in the Notice of Hearing form you filed.
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Serve Notice: Properly serve the notice to all interested parties, such as heirs, beneficiaries, and any other person entitled to receive it. Check if Proof of Service by Mail (DE-120(MA)/GC-020(MA)) is needed.
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Prepare for the Hearing: Gather any supporting documents you might need to present at the hearing, and prepare any statements or arguments related to your petition or report.
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Follow-up with Interested Parties: Confirm that all parties have acknowledged receipt of the notice and address any concerns or objections they might raise before the hearing.
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Attend the Hearing: Make sure to attend the hearing on the scheduled date and time. Be prepared to answer questions from the court and present any further information if required.
