AnswerFirst is not a law firm
We want to be completely clear about what AnswerFirst is, what it does, and how it fits into your situation.
What document preparation means
A document preparation service helps you fill out and format documents. We are not attorneys. We do not advise you on strategy, interpret the law for your specific situation, or represent you before any court.
When you use AnswerFirst, you are using a tool that asks you structured questions, organizes the information you provide, and prepares a formatted document for your review. You review it, sign it, and file it yourself — we provide step-by-step guidance to help you do that.
What AnswerFirst does
What AnswerFirst does not do
When you should consider speaking with a lawyer
Consider consulting a licensed attorney if:
- •The amount claimed is large or involves significant assets
- •You believe you were not properly served
- •A default judgment may already exist
- •The case involves real estate, custody, or criminal matters
- •You are unsure whether filing an Answer is the right first step
- •You have defenses or counterclaims you want to raise
Resources: lawhelpca.org · courts.ca.gov/selfhelp
AnswerFirst is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or attorney representation. AnswerFirst helps prepare documents based on user-provided information. You are responsible for reviewing all documents before filing. Court rules and deadlines vary. Consider consulting a licensed attorney. Use of AnswerFirst does not create an attorney-client relationship, does not constitute legal advice, and does not establish any obligation on the part of AnswerFirst regarding the outcome of any legal matter.