Just Announced: FALDP offers Custom Course Bundles as a Year End Special

FALDP offers Custom Course Bundles as a Year End Special


The Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers (FALDP) is a trade association comprised of Florida nonlawyers who are in the business of assisting self-represented consumers in accessing the legal system. Document preparers assist pro se litigants by preparing professional forms for court filing, explaining procedure, and providing information. 800-515-0496


The Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers offers year end online course specials - Custom Course Bundles - Choose any 3 courses, bundle them together, and deduct 35%. This special is available through December 31, 2015. Savings up to $316.75.

FALDP  now offers twelve document preparation courses to choose from:

• Family Adoptions.
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• Summary Administration of Estate
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• Parental Responsibility
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• Debt Defense
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• Post-Conviction Document Preparation
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• Immigration Document Preparation
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• Becoming a Successful Landlord i
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• INTRO to Florida Legal Document Preparation
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• Preparing Florida Divorce Documents
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• Living Trusts and Estate Planning
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• Bankruptcy Basics - Chapter 7 Personal Bankruptcy
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• Notary Signing Agent Prep Course 

Learn More & Enroll in Three Easy Steps:

One: Choose three courses from our list of twelve courses offered. Go to our site and request a Custom Quote for your Custom Course Bundle (There are 220 possible Custom Course Bundles).

Two: After completing the no obligation request form, we'll send you a price quote and invoice for your Custom Course Bundle, reflecting your 35% discount.

Three: Once you submit payment, we'll send you the course links. And you'll be on your way to increasing your business income and helping consumers at the same time. Remember, there is no need to complete the courses by the end of December 2015, you must only purchase them. You can access your courses at any time.

Ruth Tick, Director of FALDP says: "Our online courses can immediately increase document preparers' earning potential. Our courses provide practical knowledge and forms for many of the most sought after document preparation projects. In some jurisdictions as many as 70% of the litigants do not have an attorney, opting to do it themselves with the help of a document preparer.

Self taught document preparers; former paralegals with years of law firm experience; and recent graduates of Florida paralegal programs benefit from our online courses. Our courses are specific to preparing the exact documents approved by the Florida Supreme Court and the Florida Bar. Consumers could prepare these forms themselves, but many people quickly are overwhelmed by the amount of detailed information they must learn in order to complete their legal task."

Whether you are new to the legal document preparation industry or want to expand your services, the Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers is here to help. Registration for our online courses is open. Or call 800-515-0496.

FALDP Offers Three Amazing Summertime Specials!

The Florida Associationof Legal Document Preparers offers three amazing summertime specials to help you grow your legal document preparation business. We ARE changing the world. We ARE empowering people. The legal services that were once the exclusive domain of attorneys are no more. Now, as never before, everyday people can find information about the law. The balance has shifted. Just as the internet changed the way realtors do business, so has the internet changed the way attorneys must deliver services. Legal document preparers are here to stay.

Amazing Special #1: We still have space for more dedicated document preparers at our Fifth Annual FALDP Conference. Special Offer for New Members ~ only $125 ~ for the Conference Fee & Annual Membership Fee combined. This represents a $25. savings, off of our regular $75. membership + $75. conference fee. Our Fifth Annual Conference is a full day event on September 13, in Daytona Beach, Florida. Please visit our conference page for more details. This special will continue as long as we have space available in our meeting room; we expect to run out of seats around August 15. So hurry!

Amazing Special #2: Three CourseBundle includes conference fee and membership at no additional charge - savings of $150+. Our course bundles represent a per course savings already, and with this amazing special, you can save even more. Our three course bundle is $459. - choose any three of our online courses. Courses include:

• Parental Responsibility
• Debt Defense
• Post-Conviction Document Preparation 
• Introduction to Preparing Florida Legal Documents 
• Immigration 
• Becoming a Successful Landlord Landlord/Tenant
• Preparing Florida Divorce Documents 
• Living Trusts & Estate Planning Document Preparation
• Bankruptcy Basics - Chapter 7 Personal Bankruptcy

Graduates of Florida paralegal programs benefit from our online courses because our courses are specific to preparing the exact documents most needed by pro se litigants. Frequently, consumers are overwhelmed by the amount of detailed information they must learn in order to complete their legal task. It is common for a consumer to purchase a forms packet from the clerk of court, only to put it aside in frustration, and then seek out a legal document preparer for help.

Amazing Special #3: The Turn Key Business Bundle already offers an expansive package of business services. And now, and until further notice, the FALDP TurnKey Business Bundle also includes free entry into the Fifth Annual Conference on September 13, 2014 in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Turn Key Business Bundle, for a flat price of only $499. offers all of the tools you'll need to start a legal

document preparation business. Can't find a job? Create one!

Florida's unemployment rate, officially around 7%, excludes the unemployed who are no longer actively searching, and have given up. There are now over 650,000 Florida citizens who are unemployed. For those over 55, its especially difficult to find a job. America was built by small businesses and entrepreneurs, together we can rebuild our country back to its former glory.

The theme for the FIFTH Annual Conference is - FALDP - Empowering the People. We strive to educate and empower consumers so that they will no longer be ignorant of their rights, or afraid to pursue them.   

New Online Course - Parental Responsibility

The Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers is proud to announce another course offering that teaches document preparers how to prepare Parenting Plans and the other forms that accompany them. Parenting Plans are required for divorcing parents; unwed parents who are separating; and when there is a major life change in the parents' or children's lives.

Our Online Course - Parental Responsibility includes forms and instructions for preparing Parenting Plans; Supplemental Petition for Modification of Child Custody, Time-Sharing, and Related Relief; Supplemental Petition for Relocation with Minor Children; and other forms related to these court actions.

Introductory Tuition - Only $161.00 - Enrollment Opens 4/5

Please Note - This is not the four hour Parent Education and Family Stabilization Course (Parenting Course) which divorcing parents are required to take; although we offer that course as well - CLICK HERE FOR THE PARENTING COURSE. This Parental Responsibility course is for document preparers to learn how to prepare the forms necessary to file in court for pro se litigants.

Purpose of a Parenting Plan

The State of Florida requires that divorcing parents create a Parenting Plan to be incorporated into their Final Judgment of Dissolution. Likewise, unwed parents who are separating are also wise (though not always required) to create a Parenting Plan. The main reasons to create a Parenting Plan are to define parenting and logistical details concerning the children that may not have been considered; to create an overall guideline for parents to follow; and to ensure that the best interests of the children are upheld. When marriages and relationships fail, all too often, the children are collateral damage. Despite best intentions, without a clear cut Parenting Plan, the children's interests can be lost in the shuffle. The emotionality present during a break up sometimes causes otherwise well meaning parents to act in ways that hurt the children.

The fabric of our lives is woven of minute detail. Day to day activities which families take for granted can become sources of conflict and stress. To some, the Parenting Plans created for pro se litigants which are the subject of this course, are over kill, too many decisions, too much information. However, if making a minute decision in advance can prevent unneeded conflict, the extra time it takes to thoroughly prepare a Parenting Plan, is time well spent.

One of the misconceptions about creating a formal Parenting Plan which leads to some resistance is that a Parenting Plan is completely carved in stone. Generally not true. The Safety Focused/ Supervised Parenting Plan, for important reasons, is designed to be closely adhered to. But, the Regular Parenting Plan; and the Long Distance Relocation Parenting Plan allow for minor changes providing that the parents agree. The court system and family court judges would prefer not to micromanage parents' lives, and would be more than happy if everyone would just get along.

Online Learning

FALDP also offers eight other legal document preparation courses. All of our courses are completely online, and completely self-paced. Although our courses are mainly targeted at document preparers who assist pro se litigants, consumers are welcome to enroll. Membership in FALDP is not necessary to enroll in our courses. However, we invite all Florida legal document preparers to apply for membership in our growing association to take advantage of the benefit of being a part of a group of like minded business people.

FALDP Launches Three New Online Courses – All Courses Buy One Get One Get One 12/2 through 12/16

The Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers is pleased to announce the launch of one just released online course; and two recently released online courses. Now, new and aspiring Legal Document Preparers can add more skills and knowledge to help their customers help themselves.

 

The Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers (FALDP) is pleased to announce our three most recent online courses Debt Defense; and Post Conviction Document Preparation: And from December 2 through December 16, 2013 all courses are offered as Buy One Get One – pay full price for any course and choose a second course of equal or lesser value for free. After paying for your course, send an email to staff@faldp.org with ~ My Free Course ~ in the subject line.

We are proud to offer a growing curriculum of courses to help document preparers help consumers. Our online document preparation courses are entirely self-paced. We offer these discounted courses to thank our members and friends for continued support throughout the year. You do not need to be an FALDP member to take our courses.

Debt Defense is completely self-paced and online as are all of our courses. Help yourself or help your customers defend against a law suit to collect a debt. This course includes sample documents, templates, and more. Also includes the most recent version of our FALDP Self-Help Guide instant download ebook - "You've Been Sued! How to Answer a Civil Complaint". Work through five modules with an exam link at the end, then complete the Exit Survey to request your Certificate of Completion. Tuition - $175. - just released (12/2013)

Post-Conviction Document Preparation includes information and forms about Early Termination of Probation; Expunge & Seal of Criminal Records; Restoration of Civil Rights; and Reputation Repair & Management. We have included official forms from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE); and The Office of Executive Clemency. Once you complete the modules. Tuition - $199. - released 10/2013

Immigration Document Preparation - There are many ways to immigrate to the U.S., however the most common and the simplest is when a U.S. citizen sponsors a spouse. The same rules outlined in this course apply to other close relatives, as defined by USCIS. A close relative is a spouse, brother, sister, mother, child, etc; but not a cousin. And of those close relatives, by far the simplest and most straight forward of immigration processes is sponsorship of a foreign spouse by a U.S. citizen. Tuition $249. - released 6/2013

Our Other Courses Include:

Becoming a Successful Landlord is now open for registration. We think its our best course yet, packed with information, links, and Supreme Court approved landlord/ tenant forms. The same forms we provide on our site for $9.99 are included in this course as free downloads.

Setting Goals
Property Types – What works best for you?
Choosing a Property. - A good choice makes all the difference.
Rights & Responsibilities – Working together works best.
Financial Considerations – Affordability and accountability. Laws and regulations.
Personalities – The Golden Rule.
Dealing With Disputes – Learn how to resolve disputes before they become disasters.
Evictions – Specific steps
Conclusion – Link to the test; important forms and information.

“Becoming a Successful Landlord” is geared both towards landlords and the document preparers who help them. Savvy tenants can also benefit from the information in this course. The information in this course can repay you many times over that small investment in yourself. Tuition - $199.00

Visit us online to learn more – http://www.faldp.org/Online-Courses.html


INTRO to Florida Legal Document Preparation explains business basics - including business structure, choosing a name, and deciding on a business model. This course also includes information about compliance and avoiding the unauthorized practice of law (UPL).There is no test, instead there are required assignments. This Intro course is mandatory for inexperienced document preparers, and for document preparers relocating to Florida from other states; who would like to be a member of the most prestigious and only statewide legal document association in Florida. Tuition - $99.00

Preparing Florida Divorce Documents is a nuts and bolts course based on Florida Supreme Court approved forms for pro se litigants. Each of the different dissolution processes is discussed; along with content about the Petition for Paternity and Related Relief.

Students must complete five study modules and quizzes. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a Course Completion Certificate. Entirely self-paced, students must spend a minimum of four hours on the course site. But, are also allowed up to 60 days to complete the course, providing maximum flexibility. Tuition - $220.00

Living Trusts and Estate Planning  is appropriate for both document preparers and consumers. For anyone who had gone through the probate process after losing a loved one, avoiding probate is an attractive idea. The primary purpose of creating a Living Trust is to avoid probate altogether by passing property to one generation to the next through a family trust. We know that informed consumers are the best customers; and we strive to help consumers make informed decisions. We offer a revenue sharing plan for FALDP members who successfully complete this course. Tuition - $99.00

Bankruptcy Basics - Chapter 7 Personal Bankruptcy shows consumers and document preparers how to start over with a clean financial slate. This foundation course introduces learners to bankruptcy terminology; types of bankruptcy; eligibility; Florida exemptions; means test; and do's and don'ts for Bankruptcy Petition Preparers. BK-127 is completely self-paced, and is appropriate for consumers and legal document preparers. Tuition - $149.00

Our online courses for legal document preparers can increase earning potential immediately. Many FALDP members spend years in paralegal programs only to discover that are no paralegal jobs available, or, even worse, that the paralegal jobs that are available don't pay enough to justify the training required.

Recent graduates of Florida paralegal programs benefit from our online courses because our courses are specific to preparing the exact documents approved by the Florida Supreme court for pro se litigants. Consumers could prepare these forms themselves, but many people quickly discover that the forms are confusing. Frequently, consumers are overwhelmed by the amount of detailed information they must learn in order to complete their legal task.

Smart business people know that there is a direct relationship between the number of products and services offered and potential income. Building multiple and diverse income streams helps entrepreneurs weather an uncertain economy.

Whether you are new to the legal document preparation industry or want to expand your services, the Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers is here to help. Registration for our online courses is open. Please visit:  http://www.faldp.org/Online-Courses.html .  Or call 800-515-0496.

Becoming a Successful Landlord

FALDP Launches New Online Course

The Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers is pleased to announce the launch of another online course. Now, new and aspiring Legal Document Preparers can add more skills and knowledge to help their customers help themselves.

The Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers (FALDP) http://www.faldp.org is pleased to add another course to our FALDP Online Learning Center:

Becoming a Successful Landlord is now open for registration. We think its our best course yet, packed with information, links, and Supreme Court approved landlord/ tenant forms. The same forms we provide on our site for $9.99 are included in this course as free downloads.

Course lessons include:

•  Setting Goals
• Property Types – What works best for you?
• Choosing a Property. - A good choice makes all the difference.
• Rights & Responsibilities – Working together works best.
• Financial Considerations – Affordability and accountability. Laws and regulations.
• Personalities – The Golden Rule.
• Dealing With Disputes – Learn how to resolve disputes before they become disasters.
• Evictions – Specific steps
• Conclusion - Link to the test, important forms and information

“Becoming a Successful Landlord” is geared both towards landlords and the document preparers who help them. Savvy tenants can also benefit from the information in this course. The information in this course can repay you many times over that small investment in yourself. Tuition - $199.00

Visit us online to learn more - http://www.faldp.org

Our other courses include:

INTRO to Florida Legal Document Preparation explains business basics - including business structure, choosing a name, and deciding on a business model. This course also includes information about compliance and avoiding the unauthorized practice of law (UPL).There is no test, instead there are required assignments. This Intro course is mandatory for inexperienced document preparers, and for document preparers relocating to Florida from other states; who would like to be a member of the most prestigious and only statewide legal document association in Florida. Tuition - $99.00

Preparing Florida Divorce Documents is a nuts and bolts course based on Florida Supreme Court approved forms for pro se litigants. Each of the different dissolution processes is discussed; along with content about the Petition for Paternity and Related Relief.

Students must complete five study modules and quizzes. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a Course Completion Certificate. Entirely self-paced, students must spend a minimum of four hours on the course site. But, are also allowed up to 60 days to complete the course, providing maximum flexibility. Tuition - $220.00

Living Trusts and Estate Planning  is appropriate for both document preparers and consumers. For anyone who had gone through the probate process after losing a loved one, avoiding probate is an attractive idea. The primary purpose of creating a Living Trust is to avoid probate altogether by passing property to one generation to the next through a family trust. We know that informed consumers are the best customers; and we strive to help consumers make informed decisions. We offer a revenue sharing plan for FALDP members who successfully complete this course. Tuition - $99.00

Bankruptcy Basics - Chapter 7 Personal Bankruptcy shows consumers and document preparers how to start over with a clean financial slate. This foundation course introduces learners to bankruptcy terminology; types of bankruptcy; eligibility; Florida exemptions; means test; and do's and don'ts for Bankruptcy Petition Preparers. BK-127 is completely self-paced, and is appropriate for consumers and legal document preparers. Tuition - $149.00

Our online courses for legal document preparers can increase earning potential immediately. Many FALDP members spend years in paralegal programs only to discover that are no paralegal jobs available, or, even worse, that the paralegal jobs that are available don't pay enough to justify the training required.

Recent graduates of Florida paralegal programs benefit from our online courses because our courses are specific to preparing the exact documents approved by the Florida Supreme court for pro se litigants. Consumers could prepare these forms themselves, but many people quickly discover that the forms are confusing. Frequently, consumers are overwhelmed by the amount of detailed information they must learn in order to complete their legal task.

Smart business people know that there is a direct relationship between the number of products and services offered and potential income. Building multiple and diverse income streams helps entrepreneurs weather an uncertain economy.

Whether you are new to the legal document preparation industry or want to expand your services, the Florida Association of Legal Document Preparers is here to help. Registration for our online courses is open. Please visit:  http://www.faldp.org/Online-Courses.html .  Or call 800-515-0496.