★ 4.9 (66 reviews) ·
1516 Oak St Unit 314, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
★ 5.0 (40 reviews) ·
2601 Blanding Ave Ste C #336, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
3. Law Offices of Gerard A. Falzone Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (32 reviews) ·
2233 Santa Clara Ave #7, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
4. Divorce with Dignity-Alameda Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (23 reviews) ·
1151 Harbor Bay Pkwy Ste 126B, Alameda, CA 94502, USA
5. Tseng Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (21 reviews) ·
2413 Webb Ave Ste B, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
6. Law Office of Richard H. Poulson Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (10 reviews) ·
2233 Santa Clara Ave Ste 3, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
7. Keiser Family Law & Mediation Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (14 reviews) ·
1516 Oak St #321, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
8. Diana Redding Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
1516 Oak St #109, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
9. Patricia Scott Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (9 reviews) ·
2258 Santa Clara Ave #2, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
10. Law Offices of Andrew Dósa Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (5 reviews) ·
1516 Oak St #220, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
11. Flanders Richard Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (5 reviews) ·
1151 Harbor Bay Pkwy Ste 206H, Alameda, CA 94502, USA
12. Law Offices of Kimberly C. Vaughn Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1070 Marina Village Pkwy Ste 203, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
13. Hannon Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1516 Oak St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
14. Patrick J Kelly Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
2150 Mariner Square Dr Unit 201, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
15. Law Offices of Matthew J. Duncan Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (5 reviews) ·
1516 Oak St #225, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
16. Law Offices of W. Lance Russum, APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (4 reviews) ·
2500 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
17. Law Office of Srinoi G. Rousseau Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (2 reviews) ·
2433 Mariner Square Loop #210, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
18. Steven P. Small Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
2509 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
19. Law Offices of Paul D. Hunt Estate Planning Attorney
1001 Marina Village Pkwy #400
20. Md Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
1101 Marina Village Pkwy Ste 201
21. Notaro Real Estate Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
2219 Santa Clara Ave
22. Law Office of Gina M. Mariani Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (3 reviews) ·
Suite 201, 1101 Marina Village Pkwy, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
23. Fong & Fong APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.3 (4 reviews) ·
2161 Harbor Bay Pkwy, Alameda, CA 94502, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Alameda, CA: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Alameda, CA in Alameda County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 256 total reviews, and 14 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office of Kathleen Day-Seiter is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 66 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Alameda
Rough planning ranges for the Alameda area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $300–$1,200 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,500–$4,000 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,000–$8,000+ |
Many Alameda estate attorneys quote flat fees for wills and trusts and bill hourly (often $250-$500/hr) for probate. Ask for a written fee agreement before you engage.
How to choose an estate attorney in Alameda
- Ask whether wills and trusts are flat-fee and what that covers (funding the trust, revisions, directives).
- Ask who actually does the work — the attorney, a paralegal, or a form service — and who you'll call with questions.
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Alameda-area estate before you engage.
- Make sure they'll keep your plan current as laws and your family change, and how updates are billed.
- Read reviews and ask for references from recent Alameda estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Alameda matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
- Will you help fund the trust and store the documents?
- How do updates work as laws or my family change?
Many Alameda listings also handle wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate administration.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a will or living trust cost in Alameda?
Many Alameda estate attorneys charge flat fees, roughly $300 to $1,200 for a simple will package and $1,500 to $4,000 for a revocable living trust. Probate work is often billed hourly. Ask for a written fee agreement up front.
Do I need a will or a living trust?
It depends on your assets and goals. A will is simpler and cheaper; a living trust can avoid probate and keep matters private. A short consultation with a Alameda estate attorney will tell you which fits.
How much does probate cost and how long does it take?
Probate cost and timeline vary by estate and county. Simple Alameda-area estates can take several months, while complex ones run over a year. Ask the attorney for a realistic estimate for your situation.
What is the difference between estate planning and elder law?
Estate planning focuses on wills, trusts, and passing on assets; elder law also covers long-term care, Medicaid planning, and guardianship. Many Alameda firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Alameda: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Alameda?
In the Alameda area, simple wills often run $300–$1,200 and living trust packages $1,500–$4,000; probate and elder law work is commonly billed hourly at $250–$500. Most firms above offer a free or low-cost initial consultation — talk to two or three.
Estate planning vs. elder law vs. probate — which do I need?
Estate planning covers wills, trusts, and powers of attorney while you're healthy. Elder law adds Medicaid planning, guardianship, and long-term-care protection. Probate is the court process after a death — probate attorneys guide executors through estate administration.
What else do these firms handle?
Many attorneys above also handle special needs planning, asset protection, beneficiary disputes, estate tax planning, and real estate transfers in the Alameda area.
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