1. Thapar Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (77 reviews) ·
101 Parkshore Dr Ste 176, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
★ 5.0 (70 reviews) ·
1849 Iron Point Rd #160, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
★ 4.6 (48 reviews) ·
1380 Prairie City Rd, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
★ 5.0 (41 reviews) ·
2330 E Bidwell St Suite #209, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
★ 4.0 (41 reviews) ·
2600 E Bidwell St #240, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
6. Mason Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (29 reviews) ·
1024 Iron Point Rd, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
7. Purcell Stowell PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (24 reviews) ·
620 Coolidge Dr #325, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
8. Mayer & Young, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (23 reviews) ·
400 Plaza Dr Ste 145, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
9. Onyx Law Office, APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (22 reviews) ·
740 Oak Ave Pkwy Ste 100, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
10. Martin Estate Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (18 reviews) ·
5170 Golden Foothill Pkwy Ste 62, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762, USA
11. Miller & Associates, Attorneys LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (17 reviews) ·
2280 E Bidwell St #204, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
12. Law Office of Kelly Lynch Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (17 reviews) ·
1024 Iron Point Rd Ste. 100, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
13. Newman Law Group LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (15 reviews) ·
2250 E Bidwell St #100, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
14. Cinder Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
750 Oak Ave Pkwy Ste 160, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
15. Chubb Law Firm PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (13 reviews) ·
1833 Iron Point Rd Ste 120, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
16. Folsom Lake Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (12 reviews) ·
404 Natoma St, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
17. Donald P. Madsen, Attorney At Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
2600 E Bidwell St Ste 150, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
18. Fraser Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
Suite 206, 915 Sutter St
19. Miller Law, Inc. Estate Planning Attorney
2320 E Bidwell St Ste 110
20. Eva Giordano Estate Planning And Real Estate Law Estate Planning Attorney
5170 Golden Foothill Pkwy
21. Soojin Kim Law Estate Planning Attorney
1132 Suncast Ln suite 8
22. The Law Office of Larry M. Harris Estate Planning Attorney
5000 Windplay Dr Ste -206
23. Law Offices of John A. Batelaan - Estate Planning-Business Formation Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
740 Oak Ave Pkwy, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
24. The Law Office Of Rebecca Radey Estate Planning Attorney
205 Gold Lake Drive, Suite 250
Estate planning attorneys in Folsom, CA: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Folsom, CA in Sacramento County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 484 total reviews, and 14 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Thapar Law is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 77 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Folsom
Rough planning ranges for the Folsom area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $350–$1,350 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,700–$4,500 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,350–$8,950+ |
Many Folsom 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 Folsom
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Folsom.
- 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 Folsom-area estate before you engage.
- Make sure they'll keep your plan current as laws and your family change, and how updates are billed.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Folsom matter?
Many Folsom 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 Folsom?
Many Folsom 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 Folsom 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 Folsom-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 Folsom firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Folsom: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Folsom?
In the Folsom 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 Folsom area.
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