FAQs

These frequently asked questions will help you get the answers you need quickly and efficiently.

Exactly what kind of legal services do you offer?

Charlotte Legal Services, Inc., offers membership in its CLS, Inc. Pre-paid Legal Services Plan (84 PPLS, registered with the North Carolina State Bar. Registration with the State Bar does not constitute approval by the North Carolina State Bar). As Plan members’ lives progress, they may realize a need for legal documents. Those documents are described at the bottom left on the “About CLS” page. Each legal document is prepared by one of CLS, Inc.’s experienced, licensed North Carolina attorneys.

How long does it take to prepare my documents?

Once a Plan member has called for access to one of CLS, Inc.’s experienced, licensed, North Carolina attorneys, and an appointment has been set, the data necessary for the attorney to prepare the document(s) typically takes less than an hour.

Is the information I provide you with secure?

All of the information you provide is secure and private.

What is the advantage of pre-paid legal services over hiring an attorney or downloading the documents online?

The CLS Inc.’s Pre-paid Legal Services Plan provides services to its members at reduced costs and discounted rates under those customarily charged by attorneys in private and corporate practices. Do-it-Yourself kits can be less expensive than CLS, Inc.’s Pre-paid Legal Services Plan however, they can also be risky. In the event that your circumstances are not addressed or addressed fully, or if certain issues go unanswered and if appropriate signatures are not obtained, the legitimacy of your documents could be compromised. CLS, Inc.’s Plan members also have access to an experienced, licensed North Carolina attorney in case of need, such access being included in Plan membership.

What are your rates?

Our rates are listed and provided to CLS, Inc.’s Pre-paid Legal Services Plan members so that the member knows in advance the cost of any service he or she may select.