★ 4.6 (66 reviews) ·
2043 Anderson Rd, Davis, CA 95616, USA
★ 5.0 (53 reviews) ·
231 G St #22, Davis, CA 95616, USA
3. Davis Wills & Trusts PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (39 reviews) ·
2810 5th St, Davis, CA 95618, USA
4. Tomlinson Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (26 reviews) ·
509A 4th St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
5. Law Office of Frank J. Crum Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (26 reviews) ·
1724 Picasso Ave Ste E, Davis, CA 95618, USA
6. Kulkarni Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (25 reviews) ·
1712 Picasso Ave Ste E, Davis, CA 95618, USA
7. Lowenthal APC | Yolo County Real Estate Attorney-Broker | Davis, CA Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (23 reviews) ·
777 F St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
8. The Schaps Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (23 reviews) ·
417 E St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
9. Pahlavan Family Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (31 reviews) ·
711 4th St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
10. Marissa Sirota Law, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
510 4th St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
11. Law Offices of Daniel A. Cuellar Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (7 reviews) ·
204 F St B4, Davis, CA 95616, USA
12. Pakpour Banks LLP - Davis Divorce Lawyer Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (17 reviews) ·
1712 Picasso Ave Ste B, Davis, CA 95618, USA
13. The Law & Mediation Office of Sarah B. Orr Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (8 reviews) ·
1109 Kennedy Pl Ste 3, Davis, CA 95616, USA
14. Better Solutions Mediation & Law Services Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
430 D St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
15. Moore & Moore Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
413 F St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
16. Kira Wattenburg King Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
231 G St #7, Davis, CA 95616, USA
17. Kopper Morgan, Professional Corporation Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (17 reviews) ·
417 E St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
18. Law Office of Raquel M. Silva Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (5 reviews) ·
1109 Kennedy Pl Ste 3, Davis, CA 95616, USA
19. Peterson Michael R Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
508 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
20. The Law Office of David C. Watts Estate Planning Attorney
423 F St #102, Davis, CA 95616, USA
21. Jeffrey T Stromberg Attorney At Law Estate Planning Attorney
423 E St
Estate planning attorneys in Davis, CA: a local guide
We currently track 21 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Davis, CA in Yolo County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 382 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Victorium Legal is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.6★ across 66 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Davis
Rough planning ranges for the Davis 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 Davis 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 Davis
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Davis.
- 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 Davis-area estate before you engage.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Davis 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 Davis 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 Davis?
Many Davis 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 Davis 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 Davis-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 Davis firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Davis: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Davis?
In the Davis 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 Davis area.
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