About Sandra McCarthy

Sandra M. McCarthy, founder of A People’s Choice, has worked exclusively in the legal field since 1976. She served as the 2004-2005 President of CALDA (California Association of Legal Document Assistants). She obtained a Paralegal Certificate from the University of California, Santa Barbara. During her career in the legal field, she has worked as a freelance paralegal, law office manager and paralegal studies teacher. She has co-authored numerous legal publications and written hundreds of self-help legal articles and is dedicated to the expansion of affordable, low-cost, self-help document preparation.

How to Create A California Partnership Agreement

Creating a California partnership agreement does not involve a complicated process. It does however, involve partners knowing what their goals and objectives are in coming together to build a business and delineating such intents into their agreement. Read on to learn more about how to create a California partnership agreement. Contact A People’s Choice for [...]

By |November 24th, 2015|Business|Comments Off on How to Create A California Partnership Agreement

Benefits of Incorporating in California

Are you considering incorporating your small business in California? There are several benefits of incorporating in California. From reducing legal liability to paying less in taxes, forming a California corporation helps most businesses prosper. Read on to learn more about the small business benefits of incorporating in California, the pitfalls of incorporating in another state, and [...]

By |November 24th, 2015|Business|Comments Off on Benefits of Incorporating in California

Form 1023-EZ Application for Non-Profit Tax Exempt Status

In 2014, the IRS launched the Form 1023-EZ Application process enabling nonprofits to self-certify their own 501(c)(3) status. The form created a streamline method for applying for 501(c)(3) tax exempt status and is accessible at www.pag.gov. Nonprofits who qualify no longer have to undergo an intense application process which takes months to complete. Read on to learn [...]

By |October 28th, 2015|Business|Comments Off on Form 1023-EZ Application for Non-Profit Tax Exempt Status

How to Dispute Paternity in California

Paternity disputes are common in California. Men often dispute paternity when they have reason to believe they may not be the child's biological father. If you are questioning whether to challenge the paternity of your child, contact us for more information. Read on to learn more about how to dispute paternity in California. How is Paternity [...]

What Are The Benefits of a Nonprofit Organization?

There are several benefits of forming a nonprofit organization in California. For example, most nonprofits help improve the quality of people’s lives by providing them with food, shelter, and educational tools to succeed in life. If you are interested in forming a nonprofit in California, read on to learn more about the many benefits of [...]

By |August 4th, 2015|Business|Comments Off on What Are The Benefits of a Nonprofit Organization?

Steps to Start a Nonprofit in California

There are many steps to start a nonprofit in California. From choosing a corporate name, to filing articles of incorporation, following the right steps will help make sure your nonprofit is properly formed and obtains its federal and state tax exempt status. Read on to learn which steps you should follow to start a nonprofit [...]

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Filing for 501c3 Status in California

If you are considering obtaining 501(c)(3) status for your California nonprofit, contact A People’s Choice for help. Below is a detailed overview of filing for 501c3 status in California for your nonprofit organization. Read on to learn more. 501c3 Tax Exempt Purpose The IRS grants 501(c)(3) status to a nonprofit that meets a tax exempt [...]

By |July 18th, 2015|Business|Comments Off on Filing for 501c3 Status in California

How to Divorce in California

Divorce is something you can’t avoid especially when in a toxic marriage relationship. You can seek divorce if your marriage or domestic partnership has hit a dead end. It’s believed that 50% of marriages end up in divorce in the world. Recent reports suggest a lower percentage, however. What are the steps for how to [...]

By |July 6th, 2015|Family Law|Comments Off on How to Divorce in California