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Be fully prepared and confident
with LegalEASE
Learn about legal benefits, a smart option for your protection.
LegalEASE can help ease the two biggest stresses -finding and paying for an attorney.
Nobody likes to be caught off guard, especially when it comes to legal matters. Life can be complicated. Finding a good attorney doesn’t have to be. With LegalEASE, it’s easy to choose the best attorney, because you get assistance from highly trained and qualified personal specialists who review the details of local attorneys and help you find your best source for legal advice. Being a LegalEASE member saves you time and costly legal fees. But most importantly, it gives you confidence and provides coverage for common legal matters.
With a LegalEASE plan, you get:
- An attorney with expertise specific to your legal matter
- Access to a national network of attorneys with exceptional experience that are matched to meet your needs
- Coverage for in and out-of-network
- Concierge help finding a better attorney and navigating common individual or family legal issues
- Hours of financial counseling and coaching
We all make some sort of plan in life. But have you ever considered the possibility of a legal problem?
You've graduated from college and are planning for your future - where to get hired, which company will put you on the path to success. Whether to be single or date or settle down, and with the right person. Legal problems can be unexpected and interrupt your plans. LegalEASE provides coverage for your specific legal matter so you won't be caught off guard.
Protect your family’s future, with LegalEASE.
You work hard to make the right choices for your loved ones, especially when it comes to legal and financial matters. Get the peace of mind you want and the protection you need with a LegalEASE Plan. LegalEASE offers valuable benefits to shield your family and savings from unexpected legal issues.
According to the American Bar Association, more than 70 percent of U.S. households will have the need for a lawyer in the next 12 months. And the same study found most consumers feel uncertain about how to tell a good lawyer from a bad one. With LegalEASE you have access to a national network of credentialed attorneys and the help you need to find the best attorney for your legal matter with its concierge service.
Coverage
The Value of a LegalEASE Insurance Plan.
- Home and Residential
- Financial and Money Matters
- Consumer
- Auto and Driving
- Family and Personal
- Civil Lawsuits
- Estate planning and wills
LegalEASE Insurance Plan Coverage
Benefits are designed to meet the typical needs of an employee and their family. There are no deductibles to worry about for covered services. Benefits cover the attorney’s time. Other costs such as filing fees or court costs are not covered. Listed below are the types of matters that are covered by the LegalEASE insurance plan. This plan offers the convenience of in-network and out-of-network benefits. Many of the below areas are fully covered in-network.
Plan Cost
The LegalEASE Plan is $20.65 monthly, via payroll deductions.
Who's Covered?
The Member’s spouse and Member’s unmarried dependent children, including stepchildren, legally adopted children, children placed in the home for adoption and foster children, up to age 19, and from age 19 up to 26 years if they are enrolled in an accredited school or college as full-time student(s) and are primarily dependent upon the Member for support.
Schedule of Benefits |
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Advice and Consultation |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Helpline |
Covered |
Not Applicable |
Initial Law Office Consultation (One hour per calendar quarter) |
Covered |
Not Applicable |
Review of Simple Documents - up to 6 Pages |
Covered |
Not Applicable |
Miscellaneous Services |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Discounted Legal Services for any non-excluded legal matter |
25% discount on Plan Attorneys Hourly Rates |
Not Applicable |
Consumer Matters |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Document Preparation:
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Covered |
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Consumer Dispute |
Covered |
$600 |
Small Claims Court Reprsentation |
Covered up to 2 Hours with remainder at 25% discount |
$105 |
Identity Theft Defense | Covered | $850 |
Estate Planning |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Simple Will or Codicil for:
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Covered |
$80 |
Living Will/Health Care or Advance Directive | Covered | $55 |
Health Care or Medical Power of Attorney |
Covered |
$55 |
Revocable or Irrevocable Living Trust Document |
Covered |
$310 |
Probate of Small Estate |
Covered up to 2 hours with remainder at 25% discount |
$120 |
Elder Matters |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Elder Parent Will Preparation | Covered | $80 |
Elder Parent Living Will/Health Care or Advance Directive | Covered | $55 |
Elder Parent Durable Financial Power of Attorney | Member co-pay $45 per document | Not Applicable |
Elder Parent Health Care or Medical Power of Attorney | Member co-pay $45 per document | Not Applicable |
Home and Residential Matters |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Purchase of Primary Residence | Covered | $500 |
Sale of Primary Residence | Covered | $365 |
Refinancing of primary residence |
Covered |
$385 |
Tenant disputes |
Covered subject to Managed Case Rules*
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$1,700 maximum subject to Managed Case Rules* |
Financial Matters |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Debt Collection Defense: Pre-Litigation Defense |
Covered |
$425 |
Debt Collection Defense: Trial Defense |
Covered
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$850 |
Bankruptcy (chapter 7 or 13) |
Covered
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$935
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Foreclosure |
Covered |
$680
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Tax Audit |
Covered subject to Managed Case Rules* | $1,700 maximum subject to Managed Case Rules* |
Family |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Separation, Divorce, Civil Annulment
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Covered up to 10 hours with remainder at 25% discount |
$595 |
Contested Divorce, as defined | Covered up to 28.5 hours with remainder at 25% discount |
$1,700 maximum subject to Managed Case Rules*
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Post-Divorce Proceedings, as defined | Covered up to 28.5 hours with remainder at 25% discount | $1,700 maximum subject to Managed Case Rules* |
Prenuptial Agreement | Covered | $680 |
Name Change | Covered | $255 |
Uncontested Guardianship/Conservatorship |
Covered |
$365 |
Uncontested Governmental Agency Adoptions |
Covered |
$365 |
Uncontested Stepparent Adoptions |
Covered |
$365 |
Juvenile Court Proceedings |
Covered |
$470 |
Civil |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Civil Litigation Defense |
Covered subject to Managed Case Rules*
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$1,700 maximum subject to Managed Case Rules*
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Discounted Contingency Fees | 10% discount on state maximum, or a maximum of 29% pre-trial, 36% at trial, or 40% in an appeal | Not Applicable |
Mediation | 10% discount on Mediator’s hourly rates | Not Applicable |
Criminal Defense |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Participating Attorney |
LegalEASE Plan Coverage Non-Participating Attorney |
Traffic Ticket | Covered | $425 |
Serious Traffic Matter (resulting in suspension or revocation of license) |
Covered |
$425 |
Administrative Proceeding (resulting in Suspension or Revocation of License) |
Covered |
$255 |
Limitations apply.
Exclusions
Definitions
“CLAIMS ADMINISTRATOR” - means LegalEASE; or its subsidiary.
“COMPLEX WILL” – means:
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You have a significant net worth and will benefit from tax planning, or
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the estate is subject to current state or federal estate taxation; or
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You own a business that will continue in operation after death; or
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You want to put restrictions on what heirs may do with the property; or
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You want to leave money to someone in a trust because the person cannot manage his or her own affairs (such as a mentally handicapped child), or
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You want the property to be managed by a trustee for a period of time past the child’s age of
majority, to age 25 or 30, for example; or
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You think that someone will challenge the will; or
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You want to exclude any lawful dependents.
The inclusion of a pour-over provision in a will does not, by itself, make a will complex.
“COVERED FAMILY MEMBER” - means Your spouse and Your unmarried dependent children, including stepchildren, legally adopted children, children placed in the home for adoption and foster children, up to age 19, and from age 19 up to 26 years if they are enrolled in an accredited school or college as full- time student(s) and are primarily dependent upon You for support.
“EFFECTIVE DATE” - means the date Your coverage hereunder begins.
“ELIGIBLE PARENT” – means Your or Covered Spouse’s parents, regardless of age. It includes, biological parents, step-parents and adoptive parents.
“HEALTH CARE COVERAGE” – means Your coverage under any health care or health insurance policy. It also means any policy that covers as its primary function any aspect of an individual’s health.
“HEALTH CARE OR MEDICAL POWER OF ATTORNEY” – A legal document that allows an individual to appoint another person to make medical decisions in the event the individual is unable to do so him/her self.
“LEGAL PLAN ADMINISTRATOR” – LegalEASE,
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its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and/or
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agents, including third party organizations and their affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and/or
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agents, hired by LegalEASE to perform services under the Policy.
“LIVING WILL/HEALTH CARE OR ADVANCE DIRECTIVE” – A legal document that outlines an individual’s preferences for medical treatment. This document takes effect when the individual becomes incapacitated and can no longer express his or her wishes.
“MEMBER” - refers to the individual who
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is associated with the Policyholder and/or Plan Sponsor,
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has either paid a premium or had a premium paid on his or her behalf, and
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meets the eligibility requirements for Covered Services as defined by the Policyholder.
“MEMBER SERVICE CENTER” - means the service location established to assist You/Covered Family Members in making full use of the coverage.
“NON-PARTICIPATING ATTORNEY” - means an attorney not contracted by the Legal Plan Administrator who:
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is selected and
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paid by the You
to provide covered legal services.
Covered legal services are provided up to the maximum amount shown under the Non-Participating Attorney column of the Schedule.
“PAID IN FULL” - means complete payment in full to a Participating Attorney for covered legal services.
“PARTICIPATING ATTORNEY” - means an attorney contracted by the Legal Plan Administrator to provide covered legal services. Covered legal services are provided up to the amount shown under the Participating Attorney column of the Schedule.
“PLAN SPONSOR” - means an organization other than the Policyholder or the Your employer that makes coverage hereunder available.
“POLICY” - means the Group Legal Expense Insurance Policy and the Certificate of Coverage.
“POLICYHOLDER” - means the organization named in the declarations page.
“WE”, “US”, “OUR” AND “COMPANY” - means Virginia Surety Company, Inc.
“YOU” AND “YOUR” – means Member.
“WAITING PERIOD” – means the period after the Effective Date during which certain benefits as shown in the Schedule may not be used. This includes any matter that arises prior to the end of the Waiting Period.
In consideration of payment and receipt by Us of the applicable premium, all Covered Services are available to You and all Covered Family Members, except as specifically noted below. The following Covered Services are provided when You use a Participating Attorney. The Schedule chart shows the reimbursement schedule when You use a Non-Participating Attorney.
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attorney review,
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verbal explanations of the meaning or impact of any form or document, or
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suggestions for changes to a form or proposed document being drafted of up to the maximum number of pages as shown in the Schedule.
Miscellaneous Law Office Services
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review and/or prepare documents, or
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any other service required on any legal matters not listed as a Covered Service or Exclusion. This benefit may not be used to extend the coverage for any other service shown in the Schedule beyond the limits of coverage.
Consumer Matters
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Simple Deed (excluding those reviewed or prepared under the real estate benefit) This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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Promissory Note: This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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Consumer Dispute Correspondence: This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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Installment Sales Agreement: This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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Simple Affidavit: This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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General Power of Attorney: This benefit is limited to one use per year and can be used for either a General, Limited, or Durable Financial Power of Attorney.
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Lease Agreement (for You/Covered Family Member as a tenant only). This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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Time Share Agreement: This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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real estate construction or renovation, or
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landlord/tenant disputes).
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creditors,
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credit bureaus and
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financial institutions.
Estate Planning
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Living Will
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Health Care Directive
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Advance Directive
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Health Care Power of Attorney
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Medical Power of Attorney
Residential Matters
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the review and/or preparation of closing documents and/or
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attendance by the attorney at closing in situations when it is customary for the attorney to do so.
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services performed by or for a title company, or
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for an attorney acting on behalf of a lending institution.
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representation for a tenant in a dispute with other tenants or
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for a tenant acting in his/her capacity as sublessee or sublessor.
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correspondence,
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negotiating with creditors to arrange a repayment schedule,
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assistance in limiting harassment by bill collectors, and
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negotiating settlement after a complaint is filed. This service does not include:
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defense against execution of a court-ordered judgment or
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efforts to vacate or set aside a judgment.
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the services of an attorney (but not accounting services) during a personal (non-business related) tax audit required by federal and
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state tax authorities and negotiations relating to it.
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services in excess of the maximum shown on the Schedule, You must pay the attorney’s fee for
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contested matters in which case the Member must pay the attorney’s fee for services, unless the coverage includes contested matters and the benefit shall be in accordance with the Schedule; or
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services relative to post-decree representation.
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more than five hours of attorney time and
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involves disputed issues and
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requires that both parties be represented by an attorney.
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services in excess of the maximum listed on the Schedule; You must pay the attorney’s fee for
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contested matters in which case You must pay the attorney’s fee for services, unless the coverage
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more than five hours of attorney time,
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involves disputed issues and
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requires that both parties be represented by an attorney. This benefit includes custody, support, and alimony proceedings. This benefit is limited to one use per year.
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separation,
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divorce or
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death of a spouse.
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governmental agency or
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stepparent adoption.
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contested termination of parental rights;
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fees for a court-appointed attorney for the child; or
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adoptions(s) made through any agency other than a governmental agency. A contested adoption requires:
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more than five hours of attorney time and
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involves disputed issues.
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When state laws set contingency fees: Lesser of 10 % less than state law maximum fee or the
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When state laws do not set contingency fee: Maximum of 29 % if settled before trial, 36 % if trial is conducted, or 40 % after an appellate brief is filed.
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court hearings,
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negotiation with the prosecutor,
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trial, and
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counseling and preparing You for self-representation at any hearings if chosen.
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charged by governing authorities with moving traffic violation(s) and
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conviction could result in suspension or revocation of a state-issued license permitting a person to drive a motor vehicle.
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suspension or
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revocation
Network
About the Network of Attorneys
- Experience in the Legal Matter Needed
- Quality Time Spent in Consultations
- Years of Legal Training and Experience
- Up-to-date Legal Training Each Year
- Lawyers Who are Service-Oriented
- Lawyers Who Have a Solid Local Reputation in their Communities
- Exceptional Backgrounds
- Years of Courtroom and Trial Experience
- To comply at all times with the Rules of Civil Procedure and Criminal Procedure and the Rules of Professional Conduct applicable to the jurisdiction.
- To return member's calls promptly, within one business day, and communicate with members such that a member and the member's family do not voice substantiated concerns over promptness or frequency of your or your firm's communication.
- To not enter continuances, adjournments, or the like without the member's comfort and consent.
- To not arrange for substitutions or stand-ins unless the member has been previously advised and that the member understands that you remain responsible for the case and to contact you if there is any concern or if proceedings do not go as planned.
- To always respect a member, their needs and family.
- To maintain a professional office, in staffing and appearance.
- To fully explain yourself such that a member has an understanding for the reasons behind your recommendations and suggestions, even if a member may not hire your firm.
- To not complete any additional work that will result in a fee to the member, where not covered by the member's plan, until a fee arrangement is fully understood by the member and there is a written agreement.
- To help each member individually and ensure that everything you do is in the interest of the member.
- To notify LegalEASE if there is or may be the possibility of a conflict of interest or violation of ethical codes.
- To notify LegalEASE if there may be a misunderstanding or potential service issue where there may be a complaint without breaking any client confidences.
- To direct any grievances or concerns, such as process procedure or billing, to Legal Access and not a member.
- To not refer any member to another attorney without the knowledge and consent of Legal Access if you cannot assist.
- To take responsibility and uphold the highest standards of customer service delivered by any and all firm staff or employees that have interaction with members.
- To communicate and cooperate with LegalEASE on any concern, inquiry or issue and return any communication from Legal Access within one business day.
About
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We believe people deserve to have a sense of safety and security, a peace of mind, when it comes to being protected in legal matters that they may not be the experts in. To have access to legal professionals that can ease and solve their legal burdens. We are here to serve you.
How we do it is by providing an in-depth pool of resources to accommodate all your legal needs. Legal Access and LegalEASE have broad experiences with employees in small, medium and large companies in the public and private sectors, local, state and federal government offices, unions, employee assistance plans, work-life companies, and organizations, when it comes to solving your legal matters.
What we do is provide value by creating unparalleled access to a network of skilled attorneys to cover your legal needs with options in convenient plans. We are a diversified employee benefits company engaged in administration, network development, technology management and insurance, based in Houston, Texas. Since 1971, we have grown from five attorneys in Los Angeles providing services to a modest amount of companies into a company with the strongest attorney network across America. We provide assistance to members over half of a million times each year throughout the United States and the world.
Legal Access Companies consists of several companies and brands to best meet customer needs, including but not limited to: Legal Plans USA, Legal Access Plans, LegalEASE, and LAMG. Legal Access Plans has a wide array of products across several market segements, including worksite, employee assistance and worklife. LegalEASE is the group's primary insurance brand and focuses primarily in the worksite market. LegalEASE products are underwritten and presented by Virginia Surety Company, part of the Warranty Group.
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