Judy M. Reyes, LDA
Legal Document Assistant
As an LDA, I'm here to assist the “self-help” customer handle their own legal matters without the cost of an attorney. Since even the best legal, self-help books can be confusing and overwhelming, I can provide invaluable assistance with routine legal tasks.
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I am not an attorney. I can only provide self help services at your specific direction.
Legal Document Assistant, LDA #2022-016
Sacramento County registered and bonded,
expires 9/30/2026.
Do I need an LDA?
- If you do not know your legal rights in a situation, chances are highly likely that you may need to see an attorney.
- If you already have decided on a course of action, but are uncertain about how to fill out the paperwork, you may need your own personal LDA.
- If you recently bought a legal self-help book, an LDA may be especially helpful in helping you finish and file your legal paperwork.
My services
Living Trusts and Wills
Prepare your documents professionally and provide estate planning information written and approved by attorneys.
Powers of Attorney (POA)
Durable Financial POA
Advance Health Care Directive
Real Estate Deeds
Changing or correcting title or ownership for California properties. I can assist in recording deeds in any California county.
Probate
Assisting administrators, executors and trustees with paperwork and legal processes after a person's death.
How I work With You
- I'll need you to sign my LDA Contract, which explains the services I will provide, the fees and timing of payment, and your right to cancel.
- You'll fill out and sign a questionnaire to provide me with specific information to direct me, plus any documents related to the matter.
- We may meet in person in my office in Carmichael, CA or via video conference. Office visits are by appointment only, so contact me to schedule.
- We will communicate mainly via text, email and occasionally via phone calls. I am available for phone calls M-F from 9 am to 5 pm only.
- As a member of California Association of Legal Document Assistants (CALDA), I maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct in my business.
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About Me
I have been a Legal Document Assistant since 2012 and completed my Paralegal Certificate that year from UC Davis Extension. I had a long career working in administrative assistance, human resources and non-profit administration before then. I last worked for the State of California in Sacramento for 8 years. I have been a California Notary Public since 2008.
I have a Bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley in Urban Geography, and Master's degree in Psychology/Organization Development from Sonoma State University.
"Being an LDA gives me a small but meaningful role in helping the community access legal services. I know that the LDA profession fills an unmet need for Californians, and I feel fortunate to be part of it.“
