español (es) 中文 (zh) 한국어 (ko) VOTING & ELECTIONS RECORDS COUNTY CLERK NEWSROOM PUBLICATIONS JOBS CONTACT Process Server Legal Document Assistant Unlawful Detainer Assistant Professional Photocopier Individual Corporation Fees Individual Legal Document Assistant Legal Document Assistant registration is required for those who, for compensation, assist the public in filing legal papers for any self-help service for members of the public representing themselves in a legal matter. Legal Document Assistant registration is required in each county where the services are performed. How to Apply Designated kiosks will be available in our Norwalk Headquarters to complete your application. You can also fill out and print the Individual Registration as a Legal Document Assistant application and bring it with you to your appointment. You must make an appointment before you arrive. Make an Appointment Legal Document Assistant registration appointments can be scheduled up to two (2) weeks in advance. Public Health and Safety Guidelines Will be Enforced We will follow current public health and safety guidelines including the wearing of a face mask and complying with social distancing. You will be required to wear a mask to enter our office. Only one person per appointment allowed. Requirements The registrant must appear in person and meet the following requirements: Possess a valid, government-issued picture identification (established by a birth certificate, such as a driver’s license or passport). Present a bond in the amount of $25,000 naming the registrant as principal providing the term of the bond, two (2) years, commencement date and expiration date. Registrant must meet the education and experience requirements as listed on the application for Legal Document Assistant and provide supporting educational documentation as required in Business and Professions Code § 6400, 6402 & 6408. Renewal of Registration To be eligible to renew registration, registrant shall complete 15 hours of continuing legal education courses during the two-year period preceding renewal. Note: Pictures for temporary and/or permanent identification cards will be taken at the time of registration in the office. Search for a Certificate of Registration by Mail If a search reveals the existence of a registration, a certified copy is $2 per document. All search requests must include the following information: Legal Document Assistant name Non-refundable search fee of $5 per name Stamped, self-addressed return envelope Fees can be paid by check or money order. Make payable to the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk and mail to: Business Filings and Registration P.O. Box 1208 Norwalk, CA 90650-1208 We do not accept: E-Checks Temporary checks Foreign checks (with the exception of Canada and Mexico) If an E-Check, temporary or foreign check is received, the request will be rejected and sent back to the submitter requesting a new method of payment. District offices do not process mail requests. Fees Individual Legal Document Assistant Registration Fees Service Fee Individual Legal Document Assistant Registration (includes recording/filing fee of a single-sided, single-page bond but may vary) $202 Each additional page of the bond $3 Replacement identification card $10 Top Requests Current Elections Voter Registration Birth Records Marriage Licenses & Ceremonies Fictitious Business Names Marriage Records Real Estate Records Election Resources Voting Options & Information Register to Vote Vote by Mail Registration Status Find Your District/Precinct Map Books Find Your Vote Center Become an Election Worker Voting Solutions for All People About Us | Privacy Policy | User Rights | Disclaimer | Site Map | Accessibility