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Court File America vs LegalAtoms

Both stand on legal e-filing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Court File America

Free plan Web

Court File America provides Texas e-filing and standalone electronic service, with submission acknowledgements and emailed acceptance copies. Check the stamping limitation and applicable fees before filing.

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LegalAtoms

Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1

LegalAtoms combines guided document preparation with court workflows and professional listings. Check whether e-filing and the relevant court or case type are supported before relying on those workflows.

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The facts

	Court File America	LegalAtoms
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	Android, Extension, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Divorce Amicable: $250, paid once
Plans published	2	12
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	courtfileamerica.com	legalatoms.com
On legal e-filing software	#2 of 22	#3 of 22

Court File America: what it does well

Supports existing-case filings and original petitions.
Acknowledgements include trace number, date and time.
Standalone e-Service provides email delivery proof.
Credit account customers can receive training and phone support.

What to know first

Only the lead document receives a file stamp.
An EFSP fee may apply beyond court filing fees.
Apple users must use Firefox, according to the homepage.

LegalAtoms: what it does well

Guided questions generate court forms for download or printing.
Online filing is available where supported.
Court portal includes calendars and case review.
Legal professionals can create free profiles without commission.

What to know first

E-filing is available only where supported.
Premium court plan pricing depends on population and case types.
Some protection-order filings are marked “Coming Soon”.

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