“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 an experienced attorney, 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. In addition, the forms are also made available to download from a supplemental website to aid in customizing each form 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 protect against credit fraud, identity theft, and internet fraud
• How to navigate new electronic filing systems for copyrights, trademarks, and patents
• Updated information in filing fees, exemptions, and forms for filing for bankruptcy
• The latest information on filing for patents

Legal Forms for Everyone is a comprehensive tool for assistance with legal situations without having to pay for a costly attorney.