Tips to get the most out of your LegalShield membership
LegalShield is a powerful tool. But like any tool, it works best when used the right way. Based on real experiences, common questions, and guidance, here are five practical ways to get the most from your membership:
1. Reach Out Early, Not Late
Call your MSH before signing a contract, as soon as you receive a legal notice, or before taking any critical next steps. Your lawyer can often prevent problems that become harder, costlier, or even impossible to fix later.
2. Prepare Before the Call
Be ready to fully explain your circumstances. Ask clear questions. Think through what outcome you hope to achieve. The more context you can give your lawyer, the more precise and efficient the guidance.
3. Use the Document Review Benefit Often
Contracts, leases, agreements, and terms and conditions are much more than “fine print.” Your lawyer can identify potential risks you might overlook and clearly explain your obligations before you sign.
4. Appreciate the Referral Process
If your matter requires more attention, MSH will connect you with an attorney in our network who can offer continued assistance. As a LegalShield member, you are leveraging a network of qualified attorneys at rates significantly more affordable than you would find in the open marketplace. At every stage, you have a trusted advocate by your side.
5. Listen to Your Lawyer
Your lawyer is here to advise you—to give you the truth, the risk, and the law. If your attorney urges caution, raises issues, or disagrees with your perspective, that is not resistance. That is value. Listen. Ask. Understand. That is how genuine legal care works.
As a LegalShield member, you have a trusted advocate who listens closely, considers the law carefully, weighs your unique risks, and helps you decide next steps. These tips will help you utilize your Plan—not just for emergencies—but for confidence, clarity, and peace of mind.
Maguire Shneider Hassay is proud to be Legal Shield’s provider law firm for the State of Ohio. We are committed to making high-quality legal services accessible to more people than ever before. It’s why we chose the legal profession, and why being a part of the LegalShield lawyer network makes so much sense.
LegalShield puts professional legal advice within reach for thousands. From wills and estates to real estate and family law, LegalShield members receive access to a range of legal services for an affordable monthly fee.
Ready for a fresh perspective and genuine care from a legal professional? We’d love to speak with you. Schedule a consultation today.