How Does SimplyTrust Compare to LegalZoom?
See what it costs to sign and notarize a trust with SimplyTrust vs. LegalZoom — for one grantor or two — and when your documents are actually done.
SimplyTrust vs. LegalZoom
How the two compare on cost, signing, and ongoing changes.
Build your entire trust for free and review the finished document before you pay. You pay when you sign and notarize; the annual membership afterward is optional.
Create a Revocable Trust in 15 minutesCompetitor pricing and features are shown as listed on each provider's own website and may change. See the linked sources for current details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — LegalZoom requires payment before you see the completed documents. SimplyTrust lets you build the entire trust and review the finished document first; you pay when you sign and notarize.
With SimplyTrust, a notary is connected in the same session, so signing and notarization happen right away. LegalZoom provides a document to print, and you arrange signing and notarization on your own.
No. LegalZoom's Basic trust has no ongoing charge, and the Premium tier's annual renewal can be cancelled. SimplyTrust's annual membership is optional and is not required to keep the documents you signed.
SimplyTrust includes every life-event change. With LegalZoom, revisions are free for 30 days after purchase; unlimited revisions are included only on the Premium tier while it stays active.
Both. Use the toggle above the table to compare for one grantor or two.
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