Fresno Documents

Your Legal Document Assistance Partner in Fresno

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Helping You Navigate the Legal System

At Fresno Documents, we provide professional and affordable document preparation services for clients representing themselves. We are a registered and bonded Legal Document Assistance (LDA) firm, not a law firm. We empower you to handle your own legal matters by ensuring your paperwork is completed accurately and is ready for filing.

Our Comprehensive Legal Document Services

Eviction (Unlawful Detainer)

We provide comprehensive document preparation for both landlords and tenants involved in eviction proceedings. This includes drafting 3-day, 30-day, or 60-day notices, preparing the initial Unlawful Detainer complaint or the tenant’s answer, and filing all necessary forms. Our goal is to ensure your paperwork is precise and compliant with California’s strict legal requirements.

Habitability Disputes

Tenants have a right to a safe and livable home. If you are dealing with a landlord who has failed to make necessary repairs, we can help you prepare the legal documents to assert your rights. This includes preparing formal notices to the landlord and filings for rent withholding or “repair and deduct” actions.

Wills

A Last Will and Testament may be the cornerstone of any estate plan, allowing you to designate who will receive your property after your passing. We assist in drafting a clear and legally sound will that reflects your exact wishes, helping to prevent disputes among family members. This process provides peace of mind that your assets will be distributed as you intend.

Living Trusts

A Trust is a powerful tool to manage your assets during your lifetime and avoid the costly and public process of probate court. We prepare the necessary documents to create a revocable living trust, transfer your assets into it, and name your successor trustees. This ensures a seamless transition of your estate to your chosen beneficiaries.

Powers of Attorney

Appoint someone you trust to make critical decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so. We prepare documents for both financial and healthcare Powers of Attorney. This preparation ensures your wishes are followed regarding your finances and medical treatment, even if you are incapacitated.

Probate Administration

When a loved one passes away, their estate often must go through the court-supervised process of Probate. We assist executors and administrators by preparing the complex series of petitions, inventories, and final reports required by the court. Our service helps to simplify this process during a difficult time.

Conservatorships

When an adult becomes unable to manage their own personal care or finances, a Conservatorship may be necessary. We prepare the comprehensive petition and supporting documents required to appoint a conservator. We handle the detailed paperwork so you can focus on caring for your loved one.

Guardianships

If a minor needs a responsible adult to care for them when their parents cannot, establishing a legal Guardianship is essential. We assist with preparing all the necessary petitions and forms to appoint a legal guardian of the child or their estate. This process is critical for ensuring the child’s well-being and stability.

Property Deeds

We provide document preparation services for transferring real estate property. This includes drafting Quitclaim Deeds to transfer interest, Grant Deeds for formal sales, or Transfer on Death Deeds to simplify estate planning. We ensure the deeds are prepared correctly for recording with the County Recorder’s office.

Divorce (Dissolution)

We help you navigate the complex paperwork for a Divorce (Dissolution of Marriage) from start to finish. This includes the initial petition, summons, financial disclosures, and the final judgment package. Our service ensures your filings are thorough and accurate, whether your case is contested or uncontested.

Legal Separation

For couples who wish to separate their lives and finances without formally ending their marriage, we prepare all necessary documents for a Legal Separation. This process is similar to a divorce and involves filing petitions and financial disclosures. We help you complete the required forms to establish separate property and support.

Child Custody & Visitation

We assist parents in establishing or modifying physical and legal custody arrangements. This includes preparing the Request for Order (RFO) and declarations. We can help you outline a clear parenting plan and visitation schedule for the court’s review and approval.

Grandparent Rights

Under specific circumstances, California law allows grandparents to petition the court for visitation rights with their grandchildren. We can prepare the necessary legal documents to formally request these rights. This process requires a clear presentation of your relationship with the child and the legal basis for your request.

Termination of Parental Rights

This is a serious legal step, often taken in conjunction with an adoption. We can prepare the petition and supporting documents required to ask the court to permanently terminate a parent’s legal rights. This is a complex matter, and our role is to ensure the paperwork is correctly prepared for the court’s consideration.

Step-Parent Adoptions

We help families complete the Step-Parent Adoption process, which legally recognizes the new parent-child relationship. This service includes preparing the adoption petition, consent forms, and other documents required by the court. We can help you navigate the paperwork to make this joyful process as smooth as possible.

Adult Adoptions

In California, one adult may adopt another adult to formalize a parent-child relationship for personal or inheritance purposes. This is often done between a step-parent and step-child, even after the child is over 18. We prepare the Adult Adoption agreement and petition for the court’s approval.

Determination of Paternity

Legally establishing a child’s father is essential for custody, visitation, and child support. We assist clients by preparing the “Petition to Establish Parental Relationship” and other forms. This filing is the first step in asking the court to make a legal order about who the child’s parents are.

Spousal Support

Whether you are seeking or responding to a request for spousal support (alimony), we prepare the necessary Request for Order (RFO) and Income and Expense Declaration. We ensure your financial situation is clearly presented in the required court format. This can be filed as part of a divorce or as a separate legal action.

Palimony Pleadings

Unlike alimony, Palimony applies to unmarried partners who are separating. These cases often involve complex property disputes or claims based on prior agreements. We can assist in preparing the civil complaint or response needed to bring these matters before the court.

Child Support Pleadings

We assist with preparing the necessary forms to establish, modify, or terminate child support. This includes the required Income and Expense Declaration and any requests for orders. Our precise preparation helps ensure the court has all the correct financial information to make a ruling based on state guidelines.

Civil and Small Claims Paperwork

We help individuals prepare their cases for Small Claims Court, from the initial Plaintiff’s Claim form to documents for collecting a judgment. For larger civil matters, we assist with preparing complaints, answers, and other standard court-required pleadings. This service allows you to represent yourself confidently with correctly formatted documents.

Attorney Support Services

Beyond serving the public, we also provide paralegal support to attorneys. We can assist with drafting complex family law pleadings, criminal pleadings, and conducting legal research. This allows solo practitioners and small firms to expand their capacity without hiring full-time staff.

More: Our Professional Network

If your situation requires services beyond document preparation, we are here to help. We have a trusted network of professional friends, including qualified attorneys and private investigators. We would be happy to refer you to the right professional to get the help you need for your specific situation.