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Has a customer ever asked you for legal advice?

6/13/2023

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As a Legal Document Assistant (LDA), I encounter a wide array of individuals seeking my assistance with their legal matters. It is both rewarding and challenging to guide them through the intricacies of the legal system. However, there is a crucial aspect that I must clarify—I am unable to provide legal advice, despite the persistent inquiries from my customers. While their curiosity is understandable, it is vital to recognize the limitations placed upon me as an LDA.

To shed light on the importance of this distinction, let's delve into the findings of the California Justice Gap study. This comprehensive analysis revealed a distressing reality: a significant knowledge gap exists among the general public when it comes to understanding their legal issues. This lack of awareness is precisely why individuals often unwittingly seek legal advice when all they require is a legal analysis.

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How Do We Know There’s a Knowledge Gap?
  • · Even though more than half of Californians experience at least one actionable civil legal problem in a given year, they seek legal help for only one in three of these problems.

  • · Californians did not seek or receive any help (legal or nonlegal) for 43 percent of their civil legal problems.


Top Reasons for Not Seeking Legal Help
  • Unsure if their problem is a legal issue (31%)
  • Decided to deal with the problem without help (31%)
  • Worried about cost (16%)
  • Did not know where to look (15%)
  • Afraid to pursue legal action (14%)

​These results indicate that most Californians do not recognize the legal aspects of their problems; and even if they do, many do not know how to access the appropriate resources to address them; signaling two distinct elements of a knowledge gap.
Source: ​The Knowledge Gap – Findings and Recommendations www.calbar.ca.gov/Portals/0/documents/accessJustice/Justice-Gap-Fact-Sheet-Knowledge-Gap.pdf  



By providing the public with accessible legal resources, such as workshops, information campaigns, and easily understandable materials, we can bridge the knowledge gap and equip individuals to better advocate for their rights. We must encourage partnerships between legal professionals and community organizations, fostering collaborations that aim to empower and educate.

Moreover, it is essential for our educational institutions to recognize the importance of legal literacy and integrate it into the curriculum. By equipping our youth with a basic understanding of legal concepts and processes, we can lay the foundation for a society that values justice and actively engages with the legal system.

The California Justice Gap study has highlighted a significant obstacle in our pursuit of a just society. It is incumbent upon us all to recognize the urgency of this issue and work collectively to bridge the knowledge gap. By doing so, we can empower individuals, promote equality, and strengthen the very fabric of our legal system.

Let us take a stand against this injustice and strive for a California where everyone has the knowledge and understanding to navigate the legal landscape effectively. Together, we can ensure that justice is not just an abstract concept but a tangible reality for all.
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Prepared Legal Corp. (PLC) is not a law firm. Angela Grijalva is not a lawyer and cannot give legal advice. Neither
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PLC are not substitute for the advise of a lawyer. If you have questions regarding the section of appropriate forms, you should seek the advice of a lawyer. ​
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Prepared Legal Corp. (PLC) no es un bufete de abogados. Angela Grijalva no es abogada y no puede dar consejos legales. Ni PLC ni Angela Grijalva pueden representarlo en la corte. PLC puede proporcionar servicios de preparación de documentos a nombre del cliente.

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  • Home
  • Document Preparation Rates & Pricing
  • About LDAs
    • LDA Q&A
    • Becoming an LDA
    • The LDA Blog
  • Meet the Owner
    • Angela Grijalva, Legal Document Assistant
    • Curriculum Vitae
  • Legal Services
    • Appointments
    • Document Preparation
    • Court Filing & Retrieval
    • Immigration Services
    • Notary Public
    • Translations
    • Process Servicing
  • Servicios Legales
    • Citas
    • Tarifas y Precios
  • Case Portal
  • Legal Resources
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  • Contact Us
    • Hours & Location
    • Testimonials on Google
    • Testimonials on Yelp
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