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Court File America vs US Legal PRO

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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US Legal PRO

Paid Web

US Legal PRO combines court filing services with API and Clio integration options across its stated state coverage. eFile 4 Me requires a prepared filing, does not provide legal advice and cannot guarantee acceptance.

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The facts

	Court File America	US Legal PRO
Free plan	Yes	Not published
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	eFile 4 Me: $39.99, paid once
Plans published	2	3
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	courtfileamerica.com	uslegalpro.com
On legal e-filing software	#2 of 22	#18 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.

US Legal PRO: what it does well

Lists service in five states.
Offers self and bulk eFiling.
API supports searches and electronic filing.
Clio integration transfers files and case information.
Filing status tracking and electronic service are listed.

What to know first

eFile 4 Me requires a prepared filing.
Court acceptance is not guaranteed.
Nontechnical refiling costs an additional $9.98.
eFile 4 Me price depends on complexity.

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