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Legal Forms for Everyone: Wills, Probate, Trusts, Leases, Home Sales, Divorce, Contracts, Bankruptcy, Social Security, Patents, Copyrights, and More

by Carl W. Battle

A practical reference to common legal paperwork

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    Praised by American Libraries as “well designed and easy to use”

    The book is described as well designed and easy to use.

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A practical reference to common legal paperwork

Organized around more than twenty common legal situations, this seventh edition pairs reproducible forms with process descriptions, instructions, and checklists. Its scope ranges from wills, probate, real estate, divorce, and bankruptcy to copyright and trademark matters. New sections address passport applications, Social Security benefits, certificates of birth or death, and medical proxies. The book also includes guidance on when a situation calls for an attorney, making the distinction between completing paperwork and handling legal questions a useful part of its approach. Downloadable forms are offered through a supplemental website for customization.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • People seeking forms and checklists for common legal and administrative tasks.
  • Readers who want an introductory reference spanning several areas of personal law.
  • Those comparing self-help paperwork with situations where professional legal advice may be needed.

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Legal forms and proceduresPersonal and family lawProperty and financial mattersGovernment applications and benefitsWhen to consult an attorney

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Book overview

"Reproducible, ready-to-use forms are accompanied by step-by-step descriptions of the process involved in over twenty common legal issues. ... Well designed and easy to use." --American Libraries

Legal Forms for Everyone is the ultimate self-help legal guide to saving research time and money in legal fees. Written by two experienced attorneys, this book is complete with the most commonly needed, ready-to-use legal forms, along with precise instructions and checklists on how and when to use them--and advice for when you should hire an attorney. The forms are also available from a supplemental website to directly download to your device and customize for your individual needs.

Legal situations covered include preparing a will, avoiding probate, buying and selling real estate, handling divorce or formal separation, getting a new name, copyrights and trademarks, bankruptcy, and much more. Due to the ever-evolving legal system and technological developments, this seventh edition features new sections covering the following topics:
  • How to apply for a passport, including advice on compiling evidence of citizenship
  • How to apply for and claim Social Security benefits
  • How timing of retirement can effect Social Security retirement benefits
  • How to get a certified copy of a birth or death certificate, including state-by-state advice
  • Assigning a medical proxy
Legal Forms for Everyone is a comprehensive tool for assistance with legal situations without having to pay for a costly attorney.
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