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FAMILY DEFENDER
AGENDA •
U.S. Legal Services Overview
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The State of Legal Matters in the U.S.
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The Family Defender Benefit
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Testimonials
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Questions
ABOUT US •
Corporate culture and philosophy
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Strong foundation from grassroots - organic growth
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Strong philanthropic presence
OUR MISSION To remain the broadest and most comprehensive legal benefit plan available to consumers anywhere in the United States with as few limitations and expenses as possible.
BY THE NUMBERS 1974 - The year of establishment 10,000 - Attorneys in the network ∞ - Customizable policy plans 150,000 - Policy holders 60 - Customer service and support agents
THE FACTS •
71% - Households with current legal situation*
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2.5M - How many Americans get divorced annually
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1.4M - Cases of bankruptcy filed in 2011** It’s 3 times more likely that you or a family member will be in a legal problem than the hospital.*
* American Bar Association Research ** U.S. Census Bureau
DID YOU KNOW? •
63% of credit reports contain inaccuracies
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2.87 million “lemon” cars sold last year
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$91 billion in fraudulent charges for all kinds of parts and repairs
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1.2 million Americans dealt with the foreclosure crisis in 2011*
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30.2 million U.S. adults are victims of consumer fraud annually**
* National Association of Realtors ** U.S. Census Bureau *** Federal Trade Commission
PEOPLE DON’T SEEK LEGAL COUNSEL •
They believe it’s cost prohibitive.
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They are intimidated by lawyers.
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They don’t know who to call.
“Americans have come to view legal assistance as a necessity. The best way for the majority of Americans to be able to assure themselves of legal assistance when they need it is through a Legal Service Plan. � - The American Bar Association
THE BOTTOM LINE 100 Number of Employees x 71% Percent with Legal Issues 71 Number of Employees with Legal Issues x
57 Lost Hours per Legal Issues*
4,047 Company Lost Hours x $15 Cost/Labor Rate $60,705 Cost of Absenteeism * American Bar Association
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THE FAMILY DEFENDER
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THE FAMILY DEFENDER covers: •Employee and spouse •Dependent children up to age 18 •Dependent children up to age 23 (full-time students)
U.S. LEGAL’S FAMILY DEFENDER PAYS ATTORNEYS’ FEES Covered in full Consultations Phone/Office Consumer Law Will, Living Will, Trust, P.O.A. Civil Actions, Plaintiff/Defendant Adoptions Real Estate Transactions Landlord/Tenant Law Traffic Violations Preparation of Legal Documents Juvenile Defense Family Law *+ Criminal Violations Personal Injury Bankruptcy Chapter 7 & 13 + Immigration Identity Theft All other matters
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ 12 Hours ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
* After 12 hours, there is an additional 33% discount + 120 day waiting period
Dependent & spouse covered ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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THE FAMILY DEFENDER
Quality Attorneys
Customer Service
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Low Premium
Most Extensive Coverage
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THE FAMILY DEFENDER
Quality Attorneys
Customer Service
+
+
Low Premium
Most Extensive Coverage
+
TM
THE FAMILY DEFENDER
Quality Attorneys
Customer Service
+
+
Low Premium
Most Extensive Coverage
+
TM
THE FAMILY DEFENDER
Quality Attorneys
Customer Service
+
+
Low Premium
Most Extensive Coverage
+
TM
THE FAMILY DEFENDER
Quality Attorneys
Customer Service
+
+
Low Premium
Most Extensive Coverage
+
A WIN/WIN PARTNERSHIP (FOR EMPLOYEES AND EMPLOYERS)
EMPLOYEES GET
EMPLOYERS GET
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Comprehensive legal coverage
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No/Low cost to company
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Low cost legal insurance
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Lowered operating costs
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Peace of mind/Emotional wellness
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Employee retention and satisfaction
TESTIMONIAL “Thank you for your rapid response. I would like to thank you in advance for any and all services you provide. I hope I never have to use any of those services but it is a comfort knowing you are there! I truly wish I had signed up for this a long time ago. It would have saved me a lot of time and money!!! Again, thank you.� ~ D.W., Michigan
U.S. Legal Services offers the most comprehensive legal beneďŹ t plans with the best customer service in the industry.
GET STARTED TODAY 1. Set up Payroll Deduction 2. Identify Start Date 3. Determine Most Effective Enrollment Strategy 4. Establish Point of Contact 5. Establish Reporting Requirements 6. Begin Enrollment
QUESTIONS?
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CONTACT Ignacio de Iraola ideiraola@uslegalservices.net 970.390.0959