Antelope Valley · Los Angeles County
Lancaster
626 W Lancaster Blvd, Suite 135
Lancaster, CA 93534
Lancaster, CA 93534
Divorce, custody, living trusts, wills, probate, evictions and process serving.
California Legal Document Preparation
Legal paperwork, done right. You decide — we prepare.
Divorce, custody, living trusts, wills, probate, evictions and business paperwork prepared by registered, bonded Legal Document Assistants — at a flat fee, from a local office near you.
- Flat-fee quotes up front
- Registered & bonded LDAs
- In-person or remote
- Se habla español (select offices)
Popular Services
The paperwork people call us about most.
Every office prepares documents for self-represented customers. Choose a service to see what's involved and which offices offer it.
Family
Divorce & Legal Separation
Petitions, financial disclosures, settlement and judgment paperwork.
Learn more →FamilyUncontested Divorce
When both spouses agree — paperwork prepared at your direction.
Learn more →FamilyChild Custody & Support
Custody, visitation and support forms for self-represented parents.
Learn more →EstateLiving Trusts
Revocable living trust documents with pour-over will.
Learn more →EstateWills
Simple wills prepared from the choices you make.
Learn more →EstateProbate
Petitions and supporting forms for estate administration.
Learn more →PropertyEvictions
Unlawful detainer paperwork for landlords.
Learn more →BusinessLLC & Business Formation
LLCs, corporations, DBAs and nonprofits.
Learn more →CourtSmall Claims
Claim and response paperwork for small claims court.
Learn more →CourtName Change
Adult and minor name change petitions.
Learn more →EstatePower of Attorney
Financial powers of attorney and healthcare directives.
Learn more →CourtProcess Serving
Registered, bonded process serving in select areas.
Learn more →How It Works
Three steps. No hourly billing.
01
Call your local office
Tell the office which documents you need. You'll get a flat-fee quote and a clear explanation of what the office can — and can't — do.
02
Provide your information
Share your details in person, by phone or by secure upload. The office prepares your selected documents exactly as you direct.
03
Review, sign & file
Review your completed paperwork, sign, and file or record it. Many offices can help with filing logistics and process serving.
Our Offices
Find a By The People office near you.
Six California offices, plus Fort Myers, Florida and Casa Grande, Arizona. Each office is independently owned and answers its own phone.
San Fernando Valley · Los Angeles County
Chatsworth
21350 Nordhoff St, Ste 112
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Divorce, custody, trusts & wills, probate, business formation, name changes and small claims.
San Fernando Valley · Los Angeles County
Sherman Oaks
14320 Ventura Blvd #2044
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Divorce, custody, support, restraining orders, trusts & wills, business and civil documents. English & Farsi.
473 E. Carnegie Drive, Suite 200
San Bernardino, CA 92408
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Landlord evictions (unlawful detainer), uncontested divorce and small claims. English & Español.
556 Camino Mercado
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
LDA self-help documents (performed by Ridgecrest), optional supervising-attorney paralegal services, supervised visitation and process serving.
Indian Wells Valley · Kern County
Ridgecrest
Document Drop-Off · 1500 McLean Street, Suite 171
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Document preparation, registered & bonded process serving and supervised visitation.
Outside California? Call our Fort Myers, Florida office at (239) 267-9955 or our Casa Grande, Arizona office at (888) 984-5097.
Why By The People
Professional preparation without attorney-level fees.
Flat-fee pricing
Know the preparation fee before work begins. No hourly billing or surprise invoices.
Registered & bonded
California offices are county-registered, bonded Legal Document Assistants. Registrations are published on every office page.
Local & remote
Meet at a local office or handle your paperwork remotely — whatever works for your schedule.
Bilingual help
Spanish is available at San Bernardino and Arroyo Grande; Farsi at Sherman Oaks.
Service Areas
Communities we serve
Lancaster, CA office
Lancaster · Palmdale · Quartz Hill · Rosamond · Antelope Acres · Littlerock
Chatsworth, CA office
Chatsworth · Northridge · Porter Ranch · Canoga Park · Woodland Hills · Granada Hills · San Fernando Valley
Sherman Oaks, CA office
Sherman Oaks · Encino · Studio City · Van Nuys · Tarzana · North Hollywood · San Fernando Valley
San Bernardino, CA office
San Bernardino · Riverside · Ontario · Fontana · Redlands · Highland · Rialto · Inland Empire
Arroyo Grande, CA office
Arroyo Grande · Grover Beach · Pismo Beach · Oceano · San Luis Obispo · Nipomo · Santa Maria · Five Cities
Ridgecrest, CA office
Ridgecrest · China Lake · Inyokern · Trona · Indian Wells Valley · Eastern Kern County
Fort Myers, FL office
Fort Myers · Cape Coral · Estero · Bonita Springs · Lee County · Southwest Florida
Casa Grande, AZ office
Casa Grande · Arizona City · Eloy · Coolidge · Maricopa · Pinal County
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions before you call
What does a Legal Document Assistant do?
A California Legal Document Assistant (LDA) prepares legal documents for people who are representing themselves. You choose the documents and provide the information; the LDA completes the paperwork at your specific direction. An LDA is registered and bonded with the county, is not an attorney, and cannot give legal advice or appear in court for you.
How much does document preparation cost?
Most By The People offices use flat-fee pricing that is quoted before work begins, rather than hourly billing. Prices vary by office and by document. Court filing fees, recording fees and other third-party costs are usually separate. Call your nearest office for a quote.
Do I have to come into an office?
Not always. Many offices prepare documents remotely by phone, email and secure upload, and offer in-person appointments when you prefer. Call the office to ask how it handles your requested service.
Which office should I call?
Call the office closest to you, or the office that lists the service you need. Every office is independently owned and operated, so services, pricing and hours vary by location.
Can By The People give me legal advice or go to court for me?
No. By The People Inc is not a law firm. Legal Document Assistants cannot give legal advice, choose forms or strategies for you, explain your legal rights, or represent you in court. If you need legal advice, consult a licensed attorney.
Ready to get your paperwork started?
Call the office nearest you for a flat-fee quote. Most calls take just a few minutes.