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You can only enroll and/or make changes during Annual Enrollment, a Special Enrollment Period, or as a New Hire.
We know that legal help is valuable at every stage of life. Whether you’re getting married, sending kids off to college or retiring and planning for the future, having access to expert legal help allows you to navigate life’s milestones confidently. MetLife Legal Plans Plus Parents covers you, your spouse, dependents, parents, parents-in-law, and grandparents for many of the common legal issues a family face.
The Legal Plan will cover attorney’s fees for covered matters ... with no deductibles, no co-pays, no claim forms or usage limits when using a network attorney.
When you need legal help, MetLife Legal Plans makes it easy for you. Their network attorneys are available in person, by phone or by email. They also offer access to online tools to complete your estate planning documents or download self-help legal forms.
Types of Legal Services
- Family Law
- Wills & Estates
- Immigration Assistance
- Debit Matters
- Real Estate
- Traffic & Criminal
- Injury & Insurance
- Affidavit (as stand-alone document)
- Civil Litigation Defense
- and much more…
Additional Plan Features and Coverages
MetLife Legal Plans has partnered with Family First to offer you and your family personalized solutions for all your caregiving challenges. MetLife Legal Plans members are provided with a highly trained Care Team to help you navigate whatever caregiving challenge you and family may be facing or that may arise.
Plan Options
- Employee Plan - $16.20 per month
- Plus Parents - $22.20 per month
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Cover the costs on a wide range of common legal issues with a Legal Plan.
Access experienced attorneys to help with estate planning, home sales, tax audits and more.
Legal experts on your side, whenever you, and your parents, need them
We know that legal help is valuable at every stage of life. Whether you’re getting married, sending kids off to college or retiring and planning for the future, having access to expert legal help allows you to navigate life’s milestones confidently.
That’s why we created a plan to provide legal help for your entire family. MetLife Legal Plans Plus Parents covers you, your spouse, dependents, parents, parents-in-law, and grandparents for many of the common legal issues a family faces. Sign up for a convenient payroll deduction of just $16.20 per month for MetLife Legal Plans or $22.20 per month for MetLife Legal Plans Plus Parents, and the plan will cover attorney’s fees for covered matters... with no deductibles, no co-pays, no claim forms or usage limits when using a network attorney. The cost will be automatically deducted from your paycheck.
Reduce the out-of-pocket cost of legal services with MetLife Legal Plans.
How it works
Our service is tailored to your needs. With network attorneys available in person, by phone or by email and online tools to do-it-yourself — we make it easy to get legal help. And, you will always have a choice in which attorney to use. You can choose one from our network of prequalified attorneys, or use an attorney outside of our network and be reimbursed some of the cost.¹
Best of all, you have unlimited access to our attorneys for all legal matters covered under the plan. For a monthly fee conveniently paid through payroll deduction, our network attorneys are there as long as you need them.
Estate Planning At Your Fingertips
Our website provides you with the ability to create wills, living wills and powers of attorney online in as little as 15 minutes. Answer a few questions, print out your document and follow the instructions for signing it. Attorneys are available to review your documents or you may choose to download them and have a local attorney review them.
How to use the plan
- Find an attorney
Create an account at members.legalplans.com to see your coverages and select an attorney for your legal matter. Or, give us a call at 800-821-6400 for assistance. - Make an appointment
Call the attorney you select and schedule a time to talk or meet. - That’s it!
There are no copays, deductibles or claim forms when you use a network attorney for a covered matter.
Helping you navigate life’s planned and unplanned events.
You get legal assistance for some of the most frequently needed personal legal matters — with no waiting periods, no deductibles and no claim forms when using a network attorney. All services below are available to you, your spouse and dependents. And, for non-covered matters that are not otherwise excluded, your plan provides four hours of network attorney time and services per year. Services highlighted in bold are available to parents, parents-in-law and grandparents through Plus Parents. Plus Parents allows up to eight additional people to have coverage.
Money Matters
- Debt Collection Defense
- Identity Theft Defense
- Identity Restoration
- Negotiations with Creditors
- Personal Bankruptcy
- Promissory Note
- Tax Audit Representation
- Tax Collection Defense
Home & Real Estate
- Boundary or Title Dispute
- Deeds
- Eviction Defense
- Foreclosure
- Home Equity Loans
- Mortgages
- Property Tax Assessments
- Refinancing of Home
- Sale or Purchase of Home
- Security Deposit Assistance
- Tenant Negotiations
- Zoning Applications
Estate Planning
- Codicils
- Complex Wills
- Healthcare Proxies
- Living Wills
- Powers of Attorney (Healthcare, Financial, Childcare, Immigration)
- Probate Proceedings
- Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts
- Simple Wills
Family & Personal
- Adoption
- Affidavits
- Caregiving support (Family First)
- Conservatorship
- Demand Letters
- Divorce, Dissolution and Annulment
- Enforcement or Modification of Support Order
- Garnishment Defense
- Guardianship
- Immigration Assistance
- Juvenile Court Defense, including Criminal Matters
- Name Change
- Parental Responsibility Matters
- Personal Injury (25% Network Maximum)
- Personal Property Protection
- Prenuptial Agreement
- Protection from Domestic Violence
- Reproductive Assistance Law (20 hours)
- Review of ANY Personal Legal Document
- School Documents
- School Hearings
Civil Lawsuits
- Administrative Hearings
- Civil Litigation Defense
- Dispute Over Consumer Goods & Services
- Incompetency Defense
- Pet Liabilities
- Small Claims Assistance
Elder-Care Issues
- Consultation & Document Review for your parents:
• Deeds
• Leases
• Medicaid
• Medicare
• Notes
• Nursing Home Agreements - Powers of Attorney
- Prescription Plans
- Wills
Traffic & Other Matters
- Defense of Traffic Tickets
- Driving Privileges Restoration
- Habeas Corpus
- Misdemeanor Defense
- Repossession
Create an account at members.legalplans.com or scan the QR code.
Questions?
Call the MetLife Legal Plans Client Service Center at 800-821-6400
Monday—Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., ET
To learn more about your coverages, view our attorney network or grant your dependents access, create an account.
Your account will also give you access to our self-help document library to complete simple legal forms. The forms are available to you, regardless of enrollment.
Legal help made easy
MetLife Legal Plans provides you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents with access to a network of experienced attorneys. Having an attorney on your side can help reduce worry, stress, and financial burden when legal matters arise.
1 Easy to find an attorney
Visit members.legalplans.com to learn more about your plan. Search for an attorney based on your ZIP code and filters such as attorney experience, specialty, or minority, veteran, or LGBTQ+ owned. Or call the Client Service Center to speak with an experienced representative that can match you with the right attorney.
2 Easy to make an appointment
Call the attorney directly after searching on our website. Meet with an attorney in person or over the phone. Or call the Client Service Center at 800-821-6400 and we will schedule your appointment directly with the attorney.
3 Easy from start to finish
That’s it! There are no limits on the number of times you can use the benefit. And no copays, deductibles or claim forms when you use a network attorney for a covered matter.
Experience and convenience you can count on.
You’ll have all the help you’re looking for from our dedicated service team, network of attorneys and variety of online resources.
Award-winning service
- Regularly recognized for excellence in customer service¹
- Experienced, Ohio-based service team available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., ET
Top-quality attorney network
- Nationwide network of attorneys with a range of specialties
- Average of 25 years of experience and vetted regularly
24/7 access at your fingertips
- Create an account on our website to access coverage information and our attorney locator
- Access to over 1,700 self-help documents and resources online
- Access to digital estate planning to create wills, living wills, and powers of attorney all online
Ease of use²
- All billing is handled between MetLife and the attorney
- No claim forms, hidden fees or deductibles
¹ Two-time winner of the Silver Stevie in the American Business Awards, 2016 and 2017; Bronze winner in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
² When using a network attorney for a covered legal matter.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI. For cost and complete details of the coverage, call or write the company. Some services not available in all states.
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Choice & Convenience
Even more ways to connect with an attorney
MetLife Legal Plans makes it easy to access our attorney network. You can manage your legal services benefit via phone, chat, email, and online. Once you create your legal plan account on our website, we will assign you a unique Eligibility ID—which can be found in your Account Profile after log-in. Your Eligibility ID is your identifier that you provide to attorneys when you have a legal matter.
Multi-channel and easy access to your legal plan
Client Service Center
The Client Service Center handles all your legal plan needs. Call to learn about your coverage, find and schedule with your attorney, obtain your Eligibility ID, ask questions about how to use the plan, and more.
24/7 digital experience
Access our online platform to search for an attorney, obtain your Eligibility ID, and review coverages.
Ask an Attorney
Access our Law Firm E-Panel® with questions and receive a response from an attorney within 48 hours.
Online chat
Use our live chat feature to ask questions regarding finding an attorney, plan coverage, and more.
Additional online features
Attorney filters
Members can select a firm based on identity attributes such as minority, veteran, or LGBTQ+ owned. Years of experience and international licenses are also available.
Dependent access
Give spouses and dependents online access to view the attorney network, access self-help documents, and more.
Digital Estate Planning
Create wills, living wills, and powers of attorney online in as little as 15 minutes.
Self-help Library
Access 1,700+ documents so you can help yourself when you don’t necessarily need a lawyer.
Learn more by visiting www.legalplans.com/why-enroll or calling 800-821-6400.
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Legal assistance for Adoption.
One of the many benefits of your legal plan.
Few things in life are more profound and exciting than the adoption of a child. Taking this important step should be a joyful time, and access to experienced attorneys can help things go smoother. With our network of attorneys on your side, you can be confident you’re getting the advice and assistance you need.
With a Legal Plan, you can contact an attorney to help you navigate the adoption process, reviewing paperwork, providing advice and consulting on the steps involved in the process.
Your legal plan can help with many types of adoption:
Agency Adoption
A domestic agency works with prospective parents and birth parents to find suitable matches for adoption. There are third party fees involved with an agency adoption, and having an attorney present can help ensure all finances are properly arranged.¹
Private and Independent Adoption
Prospective parents go through personal channels to try to find a child who needs adoption. They express their wishes to family and friends and wait to see if anyone is in need. Each state’s laws on independent adoptions vary, so having an attorney involved can help ensure all requirements are met.
International Adoption
Thinking of adopting overseas? You must meet the requirements of both governments, as well as the agency you are working with. Depending on the country you are adopting from, many different people may be involved in the process. Paperwork for international adoptions can be daunting, but an attorney can make sure you fully understand the documents.
Stepchildren
Stepparents work with birth parents and the state court system to transfer parental rights. Many legal requirements must be met in order for one parent’s rights to be terminated. Having an attorney on your side ensures your interests are well represented during this process.
To learn more about your coverages and see our attorney network, create an account at members.legalplans.com Questions? Call our Client Service Center 1-800-821-6400
- Plan does not cover adoption agency fees.
- This testimonial is for illustrative purposes only.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI. Some services not available in all states. No service, including consultations, will be provided for: 1) employment-related matters, including company or statutory benefits; 2) matters involving the employer, MetLife and affiliates and plan attorneys; 3) matters in which there is a conflict of interest between the employee and spouse or dependents in which case services are excluded for the spouse and dependents; 4) appeals and class actions; 5) farm and business matters, including rental issues when the participant is the landlord; 6) patent, trademark and copyright matters; 7) costs and fines; 8) frivolous or unethical matters; 9) matters for which an attorney client relationship exists prior to the participant becoming eligible for plan benefits. Coverage for defense of criminal matters is excluded from insurance coverage for individuals located in New York. For all other personal legal matters, an advice and consultation benefit is provided. Additional representation is also included for certain matters. Please see your plan description for details.
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Combating Caregiving Stress with Family First
Caregiving is a rewarding and noble act, but it can feel overwhelming, stressful, and isolating. A caregiver provides care for another person in need, regardless of age or relation, and often manages a person’s daily life, from simple tasks to complex items.
MetLife Legal Plans has partnered with Family First to provide customized caregiving solutions. Receive UNLIMITED access to a confidential, multi-disciplinary team of highly trained experts who will examine your unique caregiving situation and create a holistic care plan for your loved one.
The cost savings*
Family First Offering Without a Legal Plan: $4,200 a case
Family First Offering With a Legal Plan: $0 a case
Here is a sample of caregiving problems that this benefit supports:
- Eldercare
- Child and adolescent wellbeing
- Cognitive issues and dementia
- Aging in place
- Homecare and placement
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health and emotional support
- Substance abuse and addiction
- New and chronic diagnosis
- Financial challenges, such as bill pay
- Insurance and Medicare navigation
- Powers of Attorney & wills
Real member scenario
When doctors recommended hospice for my father-in-law, I was paralyzed by the unknowns. My husband and I were already at capacity with raising three teenagers and managing full time jobs. Our Family First Care Expert, had a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience dealing with hospice, eldercare and the emotional journey for a family. She let us know what to expect, questions to ask and the choices we have. She helped us make an informed decision. Without her, my family would have been scrambling in chaos and confusion, not knowing where to go for help.
Getting started is easy!
Take advantage of your UNLIMITED caregiving access today
Step 1
Scan the QR code or visit members.legalplans.com under ‘Injury & Insurance’ or call 1-800-821-6400
Step 2
Select Caregiving Support & Resources to be redirected to the Family First landing page
Step 3
Connect with your dedicated Care Expert
Unlimited access refers to Family First coverage only
Cost may vary. The listed cost takes into consideration the average case length and hours of usage for Family First customers.
1 Unlimited access refers to Family First coverage only
2 Cost may vary. The listed cost takes into consideration the average case length and hours of usage for Family First customers.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI Some services not available in all states. No service, including consultations, will be provided for: 1) employment-related matters, including company or statutory benefits; 2) matters involving the employer, MetLife and affiliates and plan attorneys; 3) matters in which there is a conflict of interest between the employee and spouse or dependents in which case services are excluded for the spouse and dependents; 4) appeals and class actions; 5) farm and business matters, including rental issues when the participant is the landlord; 6) patent, trademark and copyright matters; 7) costs and fines; 8) frivolous or unethical matters; 9) matters for which an attorney client relationship exists prior to the participant becoming eligible for plan benefits. Coverage for defense of criminal matters is excluded from insurance coverage for individuals located in New York. For all other personal legal matters, an advice and consultation benefit is provided. Additional representation is also included for certain matters. Please see your plan description for details.
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Legal assistance for caregiving.
One of the many benefits of your legal plan.
As parents age, it’s not uncommon for their adult children to help them handle financial and legal matters. Making decisions about long-term care or estate planning can be complicated, and it may be difficult to know where to turn.
In times like these, it is important to seek professional advice. With MetLife Legal Plans, you receive unlimited access to a network of experienced attorneys who are knowledgeable in matters your parents may face as they age.
With the Legal Plan, you can consult with an attorney or have them review documents related to Medicare/Medicaid, nursing home agreements or parents’ estate planning documents.¹
Cost savings
| Example of covered services | Without a legal plan² | With a legal plan³ |
| Attorney consultations | $782 | $0 out of pocket |
| Document review | $782 | $0 out of pocket |
| Total cost | $1,564 | $240 per year |
Potential savings: $1,324
Even if you only use the Legal Plan once in a year, the plan will likely pay for itself. MetLife Legal Plans also provides coverage for many other personal legal matters — such as estate planning, civil litigation defense and identity theft issues.
Consider this scenario:
not an actual member testimonial
Recently my father passed away, leaving many issues with his estate. I contacted MetLife Legal Plans and you provided a list of attorneys in my area to help my sister and I through a complex process. Our attorney was more than my sister and I could ever expect. He was responsive, patient, brilliant in his expertise of law with not only excellent presentation skill but people skills as well.
To learn more about your coverages and see our attorney network, create an account at members.legalplans.com Questions? Call our Client Service Center 1-800-821-6400
- Please note: Coverage is for the participant and the effect of the issue on the participant, not the parent.
- Prices based on the average amount of hours it would take, using the average hourly rate of $391.00 based on years of legal experience, National Law Journal and ALM Legal Intelligence, Survey of Law Firm Economics (2021).
- Cost may vary. This cost is based on an average monthly rate for MetLife Legal Plans of $20.
- This testimonial is for illustrative purposes only.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI. Some services not available in all states. No service, including consultations, will be provided for: 1) employment-related matters, including company or statutory benefits; 2) matters involving the employer, MetLife and affiliates and plan attorneys; 3) matters in which there is a conflict of interest between the employee and spouse or dependents in which case services are excluded for the spouse and dependents; 4) appeals and class actions; 5) farm and business matters, including rental issues when the participant is the landlord; 6) patent, trademark and copyright matters; 7) costs and fines; 8) frivolous or unethical matters; 9) matters for which an attorney client relationship exists prior to the participant becoming eligible for plan benefits. Coverage for defense of criminal matters is excluded from insurance coverage for individuals located in New York. For all other personal legal matters, an advice and consultation benefit is provided. Additional representation is also included for certain matters. Please see your plan description for details.
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Estate planning at your fingertips
Our enhanced website gives you the option to complete estate planning documents online in as little as 15 minutes
Most of us know we need important estate planning documents like wills, advance directives and powers of attorney, but finding the time to complete these documents can be a challenge. Through our new digital estate planning solution we make it easy for you to complete estate planning documents. This allows you to designate your wishes for healthcare, as well as protect your family and assets quickly and easily from the comfort of your home.
With our digital estate planning solution you can create:
- Last Will and Testament – Leave property to loved ones and choose guardians for minor children.
- Advance Directive – Plan for a medical emergency and select medical care preferences.
- Durable Financial Power of Attorney – Choose someone to manage finances in case of an emergency.
How does it work?
Our digital estate planning solution is available to all enrolled legal plan members at members.legalplans.com. You will need to create an account here using the email and password of your choice to use the digital estate planning solution.
To get started:
- Once you’ve created an account and logged in, choose Wills & Estates from the coverage menu, and then choose “Wills - No Tax Planning”.
- Answer a few questions to find out if the digital estate planning option is right for you. If it is, click on “Do It Online” to continue.
- Begin creating your documents by providing some information about yourself, your family and your healthcare wishes.
- Review the documents to ensure your wishes are correctly stated.
- Print the documents and review the instructions for notarization. You can find a notary at most banks or UPS stores.
The process is designed to work for most people, but if there are aspects of your estate that are more complicated, you might be directed to reach out to one of our network attorneys instead of using the online process.
Visit members.legalplans.com to get started on your estate planning documents.
67% of Americans do not have a will, the most basic estate planning document you need to protect your assets and your family.¹
¹ CNBC, “67% of Americans have no estate plan, survey finds,” 2022.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI. For complete details of the coverage, call or write the company.
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Estate planning legal assistance.
One of the many benefits within your legal plan.
There are several components to an estate plan that are covered with your legal plan:
Will: This most basic estate planning document, ensures that your property will be distributed as intended, and your family will be cared for exactly as you wish. Without a will, the courts may decide how your property is distributed.
Living Trust: A living trust allows you to distribute your assets and property while you are still alive and may reduce the amount of taxes you may have to pay.
Living Will: This document specifies the types of medical treatments you want in the event that you become unable to express those wishes directly. A living will ensures that you get the medical care you want, and protects your loved ones from making difficult medical or end-of-life decisions on your behalf.
Durable Power of Attorney: This document allows you to designate someone to make decisions on your behalf in the event you become incapacitated.
Probate Avoidance Documents: Keep your home out of the probate process and have it pass directly to the beneficiaries of your choosing with either a transfer on death deed or revocable living trust, depending on your state.
The cost savings
| Example of covered services | Without a legal plan | With a legal plan |
| Wills (employee & spouse) | $782 | $0 out of pocket |
| Living trust | $1,955 | $0 out of pocket |
| Living will | $391 | $0 out of pocket |
| Durable power of attorney | $391 | $0 out of pocket |
| Total cost | $3,519¹ | $240 per year² |
Potential savings $3,279
Consider this scenario: ⁴
My spouse and I decided it was time to do our estate planning. Our attorney in San Francisco made the process easy. He listened to us, what we wanted and made great recommendations on how we can best plan for the future. He explained in simple language all the documents that we were signing.
67%
Sixty-seven percent of employees have experienced a legal situation in the past five years¹
To learn more about your coverages and see our attorney network, create an account at members.legalplans.com Questions? Call our Client Service Center 1-800-821-6400
- 2023 MetLife Legal Plans Legal Access Study
- Prices based on the average amount of hours it would take, using the average hourly rate of $391.00 based on years of legal experience, National Law Journal and ALM Legal Intelligence, Survey of Law Firm Economics (2021). ]
- Cost may vary. This cost is based on an average monthly rate for MetLife Legal Plans of $20.
- This testimonial is for illustrative purposes only.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI. Some services not available in all states. No service, including consultations, will be provided for: 1) employment-related matters, including company or statutory benefits; 2) matters involving the employer, MetLife and affiliates and plan attorneys; 3) matters in which there is a conflict of interest between the employee and spouse or dependents in which case services are excluded for the spouse and dependents; 4) appeals and class actions; 5) farm and business matters, including rental issues when the participant is the landlord; 6) patent, trademark and copyright matters; 7) costs and fines; 8) frivolous or unethical matters; 9) matters for which an attorney client relationship exists prior to the participant becoming eligible for plan benefits. Coverage for defense of criminal matters is excluded from insurance coverage for individuals located in New York. For all other personal legal matters, an advice and consultation benefit is provided. Additional representation is also included for certain matters. Please see your plan description for details
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Legal coverage for immigration matters.
In pursuit of the American Dream.
Your life can feel like it’s on hold as you sort through immigration matters. There is a huge demand for permanent entry into the U.S. and the government has strict requirements for proving eligibility. Navigating this maze on your own can be difficult and time-consuming, while an experienced immigration attorney can help avoid costly and timely mistakes and mitigate unexpected situations throughout the waiting period.
MetLife Legal Plans costs an average of $240 per year¹ and includes advice and consultation, preparation of affidavits and powers of attorney, review of any immigration documents and helping you prepare for hearings.
A few legal costs to consider for immigration matters:
- Immigration attorneys typically charge an hourly rate of $150 to $300+ per hour²
- Citizenship/Naturalization application: $500 – $1,200
- Family-based green card petition: $800 – $1,500
- Adjustment of status application: $600 – $1,200
- A typical 30-min consultation runs $50 – $100
- Additionally, USCIS filing fees range from $460 – $700
In addition to immigration, you can access attorneys for a diverse range of legal matters. The legal plan is a sensible step to ensuring that you receive protection at every step.
Consider this scenario:
not an actual member testimonial³
For the last five years, Chan has been working in the U.S. as an accountant. He’s now eligible to apply for citizenship but has encountered a snag. In early 2020, Chan traveled to his home country to visit his wife and children. He only intended to stay for a few weeks, but when COVID-19 grounded air travel, his flight was cancelled, and his stay was extended several months before he could return to the U.S. This extended stay overseas broke naturalization requirements stating that Lawful Permanent Residents applying for citizenship could not remain outside the U.S. for more than six months. Thankfully, Chan’s immigration attorney reassured him that the Immigration and Naturalization Service is aware of this situation. It was a relief to have MetLife Legal Plans help with important immigration matters. The plan covered the cost of his attorney’s time and services, and Chan did not have to pay anything out of pocket. Most importantly, he can make life plans with confidence and look forward to setting up a great home for his family soon.
To learn more about your coverages and see our attorney network, create an account at members.legalplans.com Questions? Call our Client Service Center 1-800-821-6400
- Cost may vary. This cost is based on an average monthly rate for the MetLife legal plan of $20.00.
- Citizen Path, “How Much Does an Immigration Lawyer Cost?” 2024.
- Photo and testimonial are for illustrative purposes only and are not actual MetLife members or participants. Not all costs are covered. Please see plan documents or contact MetLife Legal Plans for more details.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI. Some services not available in all states. No service, including consultations, will be provided for: 1) employment-related matters, including company or statutory benefits; 2) matters involving the employer, MetLife and affiliates and plan attorneys; 3) matters in which there is a conflict of interest between the employee and spouse or dependents in which case services are excluded for the spouse and dependents; 4) appeals and class actions; 5) farm and business matters, including rental issues when the participant is the landlord; 6) patent, trademark and copyright matters; 7) costs and fines; 8) frivolous or unethical matters; 9) matters for which an attorney client relationship exists prior to the participant becoming eligible for plan benefits. Coverage for defense of criminal matters is excluded from insurance coverage for individuals located in New York. For all other personal legal matters, an advice and consultation benefit is provided. Additional representation is also included for certain matters. Please see your plan description for details.
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Legal needs of the LGBTQ+ community
We recognize the diverse needs of our members and strive to provide legal help that all employees can benefit from. The Legal Plan is here to provide assistance for the personalized needs of those in the LGBTQ+ community.
Access to a group legal plan can go a long way in bridging the representation gap for marginalized groups. This includes women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled individuals, those with economic hardships, and more.¹
Estate Planning
A will and a power of attorney are key pieces for those in the LGBTQ+ community who want to designate a partner as a beneficiary or give them responsibility to make healthcare decisions. Without a power of attorney in place, an LGBTQ+ partner or friend may find it difficult to act on behalf of their loved one.
Adoption
A legal plan provides assistance for many different types of adoptions, whether it’s a joint adoption, where a same-sex couple jointly adopts a child; a step-parent adoption, where one partner of a married same-sex couple adopts the other partner’s child; or a single-parent adoption, where a single LGBTQ+ person adopts a child.
Name and Gender Marker Change
For those undergoing gender reassignment, they may want to change their name from the one they were born with to a name that they’re more comfortable with, as well as get assistance for a gender marker change. The Legal Plan covers seeing an attorney to get assistance with matters involved in a name and gender marker change.
Rental/Tenant issues
The legal plan covers eviction and tenant problems, allowing individuals in the LGBTQ+ community to seek help if they face housing discrimination or have to deal with landlord/tenant issues.
Tax Audits
This service covers reviewing tax returns and answering questions the IRS or a state or local taxing authority has concerning the Participant’s tax return, and includes attending any necessary hearings. For same-sex couples who may have filed jointly before the federal government legalized same-sex marriage, having access to an attorney who could help with any potential audits is a valuable service.
Over 1,700 self-help documents are available to members and potential members on our website.² For more information, visit legalplans.com or call 800-821-6400.
- 2023 MetLife Legal Plans Legal Access Study.
- The self-help library is offered by Standard Legal. Standard Legal is not a corporate affiliate of MetLife Legal Plans.
Group legal plans are administered by MetLife Legal Plans, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio. In California, this entity operates under the name MetLife Legal Insurance Services. In certain states, group legal plans are provided through insurance coverage underwritten by Metropolitan General Insurance Company, Warwick, RI. For costs and complete details of the coverage, call or write the company.
