Most legal notices are published according to California law requirements. For example, DBA (Fictitious Business Name) statements must be published once per week for four consecutive weeks. We begin publication immediately upon receipt of payment and process your submission within 1-2 business days.
Costs vary depending on the type of legal notice and length of publication required. DBA filings, name change publications, and other legal notices have different pricing. Please visit our products page to see current pricing for each service type.
Yes, the Santa Monica Observer is an adjudicated newspaper of general circulation in the City of Santa Monica, County of Los Angeles, State of California. We are qualified to publish legal notices under California Government Code Section 6000 et seq. See Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. SS009444.
No, you do not need to upload documents through our website. We collect the necessary information through our online questionnaire. If supporting documents are needed, we may request them via email after submission. For public record documents like court filings, we can retrieve them directly using case numbers you provide.
You will have a chance to review your legal notice before publication begins. If you need to make changes, contact us immediately and we will try to accommodate you.
Yes, upon completion of the publication period, you will receive an Affidavit of Publication or Proof of Publication. This official document serves as legal proof that your notice was published as required by California law.
We serve Santa Monica and the greater Los Angeles County area, including Beverly Hills, Culver City, Venice, Marina del Rey, and surrounding communities.
Yes, we accept submissions whether payment is completed or not. However, publication will only proceed upon receipt of full payment. Unpaid submissions may be contacted for payment follow-up.
The type of legal notice depends on your specific situation. Common types include: DBA/Fictitious Business Name Statements for business name registration, Summons for legal proceedings, Name Change Petitions for personal name changes, and Probate notices for estate matters. If you're unsure, consult with your attorney or contact us for guidance.
A DBA (Doing Business As) or Fictitious Business Name Statement is required in California when you operate a business under a name different from your legal name (for individuals) or registered corporate name (for entities). This statement must be filed with the county and published in a newspaper of general circulation.
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