Professional Document Preparation
Bakersfield Paralegal Services is a registered and bonded Legal Document Assistance (LDA) firm. We provide high-quality document preparation for individuals representing themselves in legal matters. We serve Bakersfield, the surrounding communities, and all of California with accuracy and reliability.
We serve all California counties, including Alameda, Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Fresno, Glenn, Humboldt, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Lake, Lassen, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Mendocino, Merced, Modoc, Mono, Monterey, Napa, Nevada, Orange, Placer, Plumas, Riverside, Sacramento, San Benito, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Tulare, Tuolumne, Ventura, Yolo, and Yuba.
Family Law Services
Navigating family court can be overwhelming. We assist with the preparation of comprehensive Family Law pleadings to ensure your case moves forward smoothly. Our services include:
- Divorce and Legal Separation: Initial petitions, summons, and financial disclosures.
- Child Custody and Visitation: Requests for order and parenting plan proposals.
- Child and Spousal Support: Calculations and formal document filings.
- Paternity Actions: Establishing parental rights and responsibilities.
Eviction Services (Unlawful Detainer)
We specialize in the Unlawful Detainer process, assisting property owners and managers with the technical requirements of removing a tenant. We prepare:
- Termination Notices: 3-Day, 30-Day, and 60-Day notices to quit.
- Summons and Complaints: The formal legal start of the eviction process.
- Defaults and Judgments: Finalizing the process to regain possession of your property.
Civil Litigation and Small Claims
If you are involved in a civil dispute, we can help prepare Plaintiff or Defendant paperwork for Kern County Superior Court. Our Small Claims assistance helps you organize your claim or your defense so you are prepared for your hearing without the high cost of an attorney.
Probate, Wills, and Trusts
Planning for the future is essential. We assist with the preparation of Estate Planning documents based on your specific instructions:
- Last Will and Testament
- Living Trusts and Pour-Over Wills
- Power of Attorney and Advance Healthcare Directives
Secure your legacy with professionally prepared documents that ensure your final wishes are carried out according to California law.
Guardianships and Conservatorships
We help families protect their loved ones by preparing the necessary petitions for Guardianship of Minors or Conservatorship of Adults who can no longer care for themselves.
Restraining Orders
We assist individuals in seeking protection by preparing Restraining Order petitions. Whether you are seeking to prevent harassment or protect your safety, we ensure your documents are prepared correctly for the court’s review. Our services include:
- Civil Harassment Restraining Orders: For disputes between neighbors, acquaintances, or non-related parties.
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders: For protection within family or dating relationships.
- Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse: Specialized petitions to protect vulnerable members of our community.
- Responses to Restraining Orders: Preparing the necessary paperwork if you have been served with a temporary order and need to file a formal response.
Important Notice Regarding Our Services
Bakersfield Paralegal Services is a Legal Document Assistant firm. It is important to understand the following:
- We are not attorneys and cannot provide legal advice.
- We cannot represent you in court or discuss legal strategies.
- We prepare documents at your specific direction using the information you provide.
- If your case requires legal representation or advice, we can refer you to qualified attorneys.
Our Service Areas
Kern County Coverage: We provide professional document assistance to all cities within Kern County, including Bakersfield, Arvin, California City, Delano, Maricopa, McFarland, Ridgecrest, Shafter, Taft, Tehachapi, and Wasco.
Major California Cities: We serve all California cities, including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento, Long Beach, Oakland, Anaheim, Stockton, Riverside, Irvine, Santa Ana, Chula Vista, Santa Clarita, San Bernardino, Modesto, Moreno Valley, and Fontana.
Statewide Assistance: We serve all California counties, including Alameda, Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Fresno, Glenn, Humboldt, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Lake, Lassen, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Mendocino, Merced, Modoc, Mono, Monterey, Napa, Nevada, Orange, Placer, Plumas, Riverside, Sacramento, San Benito, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Francisco, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Tulare, Tuolumne, Ventura, Yolo, and Yuba.