Legal Document Assistant FAQs
Is Crestline Legal registered?
Crestline Legal is registered as a Legal Document Assistant in San Bernardino County.
Is Crestline Legal a law firm?
Crestline Legal does not provide legal advice or attorney representation.
Can I talk to an attorney and still use Crestline Legal?
Legal advice and document preparation are different services.
Do I have to hire an attorney if I use an LDA?
Many people choose to represent themselves and use an LDA for document preparation.
Can Crestline Legal represent me in court?
Clients using an LDA remain self-represented.
Can Crestline Legal tell me which forms I should file?
An LDA cannot make legal decisions for a client or recommend which form or legal remedy someone should choose.
Can Crestline Legal tell me what I should do in my case?
The client decides how they want to proceed.
Can an LDA give legal advice?
If legal advice is needed, an attorney should be consulted.
Is an LDA the same as a paralegal?
A paralegal typically performs legal work under the supervision of an attorney.
Is an LDA an attorney?
An LDA provides self-help document preparation services to people who are representing themselves.
What does an LDA actually do?
The goal is to help make the paperwork and administrative side of a legal matter easier to manage.
What is a Legal Document Assistant?
An LDA is not an attorney and does not represent clients in court or provide legal advice.