LegalZoom
LegalZoom
Legal Solutions Trusted By Millions
"Empowering your success at every step—business formation, legal forms, and more."
Founded
2001
HQ
Glendale, California (101 N Brand Blvd)
Employees
964+
Rating
7.8/10
Company Background
The Story
- Founded 2001 in California
- Pioneered online LLC formation
- Went public (NASDAQ: LZ) in 2021
- Acquired law firm operations
- Expanded to 4M+ formations with attorney-backed services
Quick Stats
Ownership: Public (NASDAQ: LZ)
Total Formed: 4,000,000+ businesses
Awards: 2 listed
Core Services
Formation Types
- ✓ LLC
- ✓ Corporation (C-Corp, S-Corp)
- ✓ Nonprofit
- ✓ Foreign Qualification (all states)
- ✓ Change of Registered Agent
Registered Agent
All 50 states + DC (own offices; privacy-focused)
What Sets Them Apart
- ★ Privacy-focused RA (uses company address)
- ★ Attorney-backed legal forms & reviews
- ★ All-in-one legal ecosystem
- ★ Corporate Veil protection guarantee
- ★ 24/7 chat during formation
Pricing & Value
First Year Total
~$249-$548+ (Pro + RA; state fees extra)
All fees included
Registered Agent
$249/year (not included; mandatory for privacy)
Included (pass-through, shown upfront)
Ongoing
$249+ (RA + compliance add-ons)
Value Score
7.5/10
EIN Registration
$99 (Premium only)
BOI Filing
$65
Operating Agreement
$99
Expedited
$20+
RA Change
$50+
Speed & Performance
Formation time: 1-5 business days standard
Expedited: Same-day ($20+)
Customer Support
Response: <1 business day (mixed; chat strong)
Phone
Email
24/7 Live chat
Contact form
What People Say
Pros
- ✓ 4M+ businesses formed
- ✓ Privacy-first RA
- ✓ Comprehensive legal ecosystem
- ✓ 24/7 chat support
- ✓ Trusted since 2001
Cons
- ✗ RA $249/year
- ✗ No free Year 1 RA
- ✗ High overall costs
- ✗ Aggressive upsells
- ✗ Basic for simple needs
Overall Verdict
Buy for Legal Bundle (privacy & forms)
The go-to for comprehensive legal services with privacy focus—ideal if you want forms, attorneys, and RA in one trusted place. Pricey but reliable for those valuing the brand.
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