Frequently Asked Questions

We are based in Riverside, California and serve clients throughout the state. Many of our services - including document preparation, contract review, and general consultations - are available remotely.

You can reach us at (662) 482-4781 or use Harlan Intelligence™ on our website to start an intake. We also accept inquiries through our contact form.

We handle personal injury, business contracts, business formation, estate planning, trust administration, business litigation, civil litigation, intellectual property, general counsel services, and criminal law (including expungement).

Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. There are no upfront costs or hourly fees.

Under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1, you generally have two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Government claims must be filed within six months. We recommend consulting with an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.

Seek medical attention, document the scene with photos, exchange information with the other driver, file a police report, and contact an attorney before speaking with insurance adjusters.

Our document services are flat-fee. NDA: $150. LLC Operating Agreement: $350. Independent Contractor Agreement: $250. Employment Agreement: $300. Partnership Agreement: $400. Commercial Lease Review: $500. Terms of Service/Privacy Policy: $250. Prenuptial Agreement: $500.

Outsourced general counsel gives your business access to an attorney on an ongoing basis without the cost of a full-time hire. We handle contracts, compliance, employment issues, disputes, and business formation on a fractional basis. Learn more about our General Counsel services.

Yes. Even single-member LLCs in California should have an operating agreement. Without one, your LLC is governed by default California Revised Uniform Limited Liability Company Act provisions, which may not align with your intentions. It also helps establish liability protection.

A will goes through probate - a public court process that can take 12 to 18 months and cost 4 to 8% of the estate. A revocable living trust avoids probate entirely, keeps your affairs private, and allows for seamless asset transfer upon death or incapacity.

Costs vary based on complexity. We offer consultations to assess your needs and provide transparent pricing before any work begins. Contact us to schedule your consultation.

California's intestate succession laws (Probate Code Sections 6400-6414) determine who inherits your assets. This often does not match what people would have chosen. A surviving spouse does not automatically inherit everything. Without a trust, your estate will go through probate.

If you completed probation for a misdemeanor or eligible felony conviction, you may qualify for expungement under Penal Code 1203.4. Our $350 Pro Se Expungement Package includes eligibility review, court-ready petition (CR-180), and county-specific filing instructions.

The process typically takes 4 to 8 weeks from filing to disposition, depending on the county. Many petitions under PC 1203.4 are decided on the papers without a hearing.

Expungement does not erase your record. It reopens the case, sets aside the conviction, and enters a dismissal. Most private employers cannot ask about or consider expunged convictions. However, the record may still be visible to law enforcement and certain licensing boards.

Harlan Intelligence™ is our proprietary AI-powered technology platform. It helps us streamline intake, document preparation, and case evaluation - allowing us to provide high-quality legal services at lower costs. All AI-assisted work is reviewed by a licensed California attorney.

No. Interacting with Harlan Intelligence™ does not create an attorney-client relationship. It is an intake and information tool only. An attorney-client relationship is only formed when you sign a written engagement agreement with the firm.

Yes. We take data security seriously. Information provided through our tools is used solely for the purpose of evaluating your legal matter and is protected under our privacy policy.