Voluntary Benefits
Can I get help from a lawyer?
Legal support for covered matters using in-network attorneys.
MetLife Legal Basics
- A wide range of legal services is covered.
- Access a network of licensed attorneys.
- The cost is paid directly from your paycheck.
- Non-bargaining employees and their dependents are eligible.
Legal plans · MetLife
Unlimited access to network attorneys for covered matters: home, family, elder care.
At a glance
Covered matters
Estate planning, home and real estate, family matters and consumer issues
In-network care
No copays or deductibles for covered matters
Family
Employee, spouse and dependents
What can I get help with?
Covered matters include wills, powers of attorney, trusts, home purchases and sales, mortgages, adoption, guardianship, immigration assistance, identity theft defense and personal bankruptcy. Traffic ticket defense excludes DUI. Coverage limits and exclusions apply.
How do I use it?
Create an account at members.legalplans.com or call 800-821-6400. Choose a network attorney and schedule an appointment. There are no copays, deductibles or claim forms when you use a network attorney for a covered matter.
What if my attorney is outside the network?
Reimbursement follows the plan's fee schedule. You pay any difference between the plan payment and the attorney's charge.
Use the service
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Open members.legalplans.com or call 800-821-6400.
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Confirm the matter, attorney and any applicable limitations.
Next step
Confirm that your matter and attorney are covered before proceeding.
Who to call
Frequently asked questions
What is MetLife Legal?
A legal service plan that gives eligible employees access to a network of attorneys for common personal legal needs.
Which legal services are covered?
Covered matters include estate planning, real estate, family matters, consumer protection, identity theft, immigration and personal bankruptcy. The plan document lists the scope and exclusions.
How does the coverage work?
After enrollment, choose a network attorney. Covered network matters have no copays, deductibles or claim forms. Services outside the network are subject to the fee schedule and may cost more.
What are the plan benefits?
You can get help from an experienced attorney without searching on your own, with covered network services paid by the plan.