Virtual Practice · Alameda & Contra Costa Counties · Bonded & Registered
Don't let the high cost of attorneys leave you unprepared. Whether you've received a 3-Day Notice, a Notice to Vacate, or been served with a court summons and complaint — we prepare accurate, court-ready documents at every phase of tenancy termination and defense.
Not a law firm. Pro Per Paperwork Pros™ is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal representation. Services are limited to legal document preparation and procedural support.
Questions? Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · help@properpaperworkpros.com
⚠️ Received a Notice to Vacate, Eviction Notice, or Court Papers? Act Immediately.
3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit
You have 3 calendar days to pay rent or vacate. This is before a lawsuit is filed. Act the same day you receive it.
Eviction Lawsuit — Summons & Complaint
Court papers have been filed. You have 10 court days to respond — weekends and holidays do not count.
We prepare, organize, and format legal documents accurately and affordably — so the cost of an attorney never stands between you and court-ready paperwork.
From the moment you receive a notice to the day of your court hearing — we help prepare the right documents at every stage. Whether you've received a 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit, a Notice to Vacate, a 30/60-Day Termination Notice, or been served with a court summons and complaint, deadlines are strict and counted in court days — not calendar days. We prepare your paperwork accurately before each deadline expires — including Stay of Execution documents if a judgment has already been entered.
Reasonable accommodation requests under the Fair Housing Act for tenants, voucher holders, and PHA residents — including requests for extra bedrooms, rent adjustments, accessibility modifications, and other housing needs.
Plaintiff filings, defendant responses, demand letters, and settlement agreements for small claims and civil court matters.
Living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives — prepared accurately for California residents.
Uncontested divorce, custody agreements, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, and name changes. Uncontested matters only.
LLC and corporation formation, EIN registration, operating agreements, statements of information, and DBA registration.
Not sure what you need? Send a free inquiry and we'll help you identify the right documents.
Start Free Case InquiryProcess Service — Registered process service (Alameda County) available for clients whose documents we have prepared.
Court E-Filing — Available as an add-on exclusively for clients who qualify for a fee waiver. Not available as a standalone service.
Fee Waiver Application (FW-001) — We prepare the fee waiver application for income-eligible clients. This is required before e-filing can be arranged.
Mobile Notary — Commission pending Summer 2026. Add-on for prepared documents only.
"Pro Per Paperwork Pros™ was created because attorney fees should never be the reason your paperwork is wrong or late. We help people navigate complex legal forms with clarity, accuracy, and confidence — at a price that makes sense."
We are not attorneys. We do not represent you in court. What we do is prepare accurate, organized, court-ready documents so that when you walk in that door — you are as prepared as possible.
Five straightforward steps from free inquiry to completed documents. No surprises. No attorney fees.
Tell us what you need and when. No charge to reach out — we respond within one business day.
Fill out a guided questionnaire tailored to your matter and upload any supporting documents.
We review your intake, confirm what we can prepare, and answer your questions by Zoom or phone.
Standard turnaround 2–5 business days. Rush 24-hour available for an additional fee.
Download, sign, and file — or add e-filing and process service for full support.
Under the Fair Housing Act, tenants and voucher holders have the right to reasonable accommodations — whether from a private landlord, property manager, or public housing authority (PHA). This includes requests for extra bedrooms, higher payment standards, accessibility modifications, or other housing adjustments.
Formal request citing FHA § 3604(f), HUD guidance, and ADA. Includes intake review and supporting documentation analysis.
When a landlord denies, ignores, or constructively denies your accommodation. Drafted with notice of intent to escalate.
When the housing provider refuses to engage in good faith. Complaint drafted, exhibits assembled, and filed with HUD's FHEO office or the California Civil Rights Department.
Low-income pricing available for qualifying households with verified eligibility (public assistance, Section 8 voucher, or income threshold verification).
Every service is quoted upfront before work begins. Fixed rates where the scope is defined; starting rates where complexity varies. The $150 consultation fee applies toward your final document preparation fee. Expedited, process service, and e-filing add-ons are priced separately.
Eviction responses prioritized given filing deadlines. Verify current deadlines with the court clerk at time of filing.
Low-income pricing available for qualifying households with eligibility verification.
Trust packages include pour-over will, one power of attorney, and one healthcare directive.
Limited to uncontested matters only. We do not handle contested litigation.
California Secretary of State filing fees are separate and passed through at cost.
Consultation fee applies toward your document preparation package. All fees quoted upfront. Buy-now-pay-later available on services over $200.
Plain-language checklist covering what to gather, what to prepare, and what to watch for — built for tenants navigating the process without an attorney in Alameda County.
Plain-language guides on tenant rights, fair housing law, and California legal processes — written for people navigating the system without an attorney.
The Fair Housing Act protects renters from unlawful discrimination based on race, disability, familial status, and more. Learn what's covered and how to respond.
Read More →Tenants with disabilities have a legal right to request reasonable accommodations. Learn what qualifies, how to request it, and what to do when a landlord denies it.
Read More →Received a summons and complaint? You have 10 days to respond under AB 2347. This guide explains what the paperwork means and what happens if you don't act.
Read More →No. Pro Per Paperwork Pros™ is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, legal strategy, or court representation. We are a registered Legal Document Assistant (LDA) and Unlawful Detainer Assistant (UDA) under California Business & Professions Code §6400. We prepare documents based on the information and choices you provide. For legal strategy, we recommend consulting a licensed attorney or a free legal aid organization.
It depends on what you received. A 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit gives you 3 calendar days to pay rent or vacate — this is before a lawsuit is even filed. A Notice to Vacate (30, 60, or 90-day) begins the termination process — you may have grounds to respond or request accommodation. Once a landlord files a lawsuit and you are served with a Summons and Complaint, you have 10 court days (excluding weekends and holidays) under AB 2347 to file a formal response — or risk an automatic default judgment. If a judgment has already been entered against you, a Stay of Execution may delay enforcement while you pursue other remedies. Always verify current deadlines with the Alameda County Superior Court clerk at (510) 891-6000.
Standard turnaround is 2–5 business days. Expedited 24-hour preparation is available for an additional $150 fee. Eviction responses are prioritized given the 10-day response deadline. Contact us to confirm availability before booking rush service.
We accept PayPal, Square, Cash App for Business, and major credit cards. Buy-now-pay-later is available on services over $200. Low-income pricing is available for qualifying households with eligibility verification (Section 8 voucher, public assistance, or income threshold documentation).
Yes. Court e-filing and registered process service (Alameda County Reg. #1715) are available as add-ons for clients whose documents we have prepared. These are not offered as standalone services. Contact us for current fees based on service type and jurisdiction.
Most eviction cases in California go through several stages before a judge makes a final ruling. Understanding each stage helps you stay ahead of deadlines and arrive prepared.
1. Notice Period — The landlord serves a 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit, Notice to Vacate, or other termination notice. This is your first opportunity to respond, pay, or document your position.
2. Unlawful Detainer Filed — If you don't comply with the notice, the landlord files an eviction lawsuit. You are served with a Summons and Complaint. You now have 10 court days to file a written response or risk a default judgment.
3. Answer Filed — Your written response to the court sets out your position and any defenses. This is one of the most important documents in your case — and one we help prepare.
4. Settlement Conference — Before trial, most courts schedule a settlement conference where both sides meet to try to resolve the matter. Arriving organized and prepared makes a significant difference.
5. Trial — If no settlement is reached, the case goes before a judge. Your organized paperwork, declarations, and evidence are what the judge reviews.
6. Judgment / Stay of Execution — If a judgment is entered against you, a Stay of Execution may delay enforcement while you pursue other remedies. We prepare this paperwork as well.
Free Legal Aid at the Courthouse: Alameda County Superior Court has free legal aid resources available on eviction hearing days, including Centro Legal de la Raza, which provides walk-up intake in the courthouse hallway on eviction hearing days — no appointment needed.
Yes — but demand far exceeds availability. The presence of legal aid organizations at the Alameda County courthouse is a direct reflection of the shortage of eviction defense attorneys in our community.
At the Courthouse: Centro Legal de la Raza provides walk-up intake in the courthouse hallway on eviction hearing days. An intake worker will meet with you on the spot — no appointment needed, but arrive early. (510) 437-1554 · centrolegal.org
Additional free legal aid resources are available in Alameda County for qualifying tenants. The Alameda County Superior Court Self-Help Center at (510) 891-6000 can direct you to current services.
How we fit in: Most legal aid services are capacity-limited, income-restricted, and time-pressured. We prepare and organize your paperwork before your hearing so that when you connect with a legal aid attorney — at the courthouse or at a clinic — they can focus on legal strategy rather than helping you locate documents.
We primarily serve Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. We are a virtual practice — all consultations by Zoom or phone, documents delivered securely by email. Court e-filing is available as an add-on exclusively for clients who qualify for a fee waiver. For federal matters such as HUD complaints, we accept clients statewide.
An attorney can give you legal advice, represent you in court, and advocate on your behalf. We cannot do any of those things. What we do is prepare your paperwork accurately and organize your documents so you are as prepared as possible when you appear in court. The cost difference is significant — and for matters where you are capable of appearing in court yourself, document preparation services bridge the gap between doing it alone and hiring an attorney for everything.
Send a free inquiry — no charge — and we'll respond within one business day. If your deadline is close, call us directly.
All consultations by Zoom or phone. Documents delivered securely by email.
No charge to inquire. We'll review your situation and follow up within one business day.