Frequently Asked Questions about Automated Forms

What are LexisNexis Automated Forms?

Which version of HotDocs do I need in order to use LexisNexis Automated Forms?

If I buy LexisNexis Automated Forms, do I automatically own HotDocs?

How does HotDocs work with other vendors’ published forms?

LexisNexis Automated Forms

What are LexisNexis Automated Forms?

In addition to providing HotDocs Standard Edition and HotDocs Professional Edition to those wanting to automate their own template sets, LexisNexis publishes custom template sets that have already been automated. Usually, these sets include forms distributed and required by a certain agency, such as the California Judicial Council or the New York State Bar Association.

Automated Forms increase accuracy, improve productivity, and streamline document production by eliminating repetitive typing. This ensures the documents are up to the standard expected by the agency with whom you are filing.

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Which edition of HotDocs do I need in order to use LexisNexis Automated Forms?

You need HotDocs Player to assemble your automated forms. However, you need a full version of HotDocs (either HotDocs Standard Edition or HotDocs Professional Edition) to edit these forms.

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If I buy LexisNexis Automated Forms, do I automatically own HotDocs?

HotDocs Player is included with LexisNexis Automated forms. With HotDocs Player, you can view and assemble LexisNexis Automated Forms or other forms that were published by an authorized HotDocs Form Publisher. However, you need a full version of HotDocs (either HotDocs Standard Edition or HotDocs Professional Edition) to edit these forms.

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How does HotDocs Player work with other vendors’ published forms?

Several publishing companies use HotDocs Player. These companies create and sell template sets. HotDocs Player is shipped with these template sets and allows users to assemble documents from these sets. Some of these publishers are:

• Accudraft (Retirement Plan Benefit Documents)
• All-State (All-State Legal Forms for New Jersey)
• Aspen Publishers (Essential Estate Document Planning System
• LexisNexis/Matthew Bender (Several Automated Forms titles)
• Michigan ICLE
• South Carolina Bar (State forms)
• State Bar of WI (Probate system for HotDocs)
• Publishers in the United Kingdom (Croner, Everyform)
• Publishers in Canada (Dye & Durham)

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