★ 4.9 (121 reviews) ·
321 Market Ct, Fullerton, CA 92832, USA
★ 4.7 (47 reviews) ·
1440 N Harbor Blvd #939, Fullerton, CA 92832, USA
3. Yu & Yu Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (40 reviews) ·
1440 N Harbor Blvd Suite 900, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
★ 4.5 (42 reviews) ·
619 N Harbor Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92832, USA
★ 4.6 (40 reviews) ·
1400 N Harbor Blvd Ste 410, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
★ 4.6 (40 reviews) ·
801 E Chapman Ave #211, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA
7. Irwin & Irwin LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (32 reviews) ·
1370 N Brea Blvd #232, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
8. Wilkinson & Finkbeiner, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (22 reviews) ·
1440 N Harbor Blvd Ste 918, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
9. Ella Gentile, Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (12 reviews) ·
Parking lot, 1440 N Harbor Blvd Ste 801, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
10. Von Esch Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (10 reviews) ·
2201 E Chapman Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA
11. Aaron Charles Gregg Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (29 reviews) ·
110 E Wilshire Ave #503, Fullerton, CA 92832, USA
12. Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
1235 N Harbor Blvd #200, Fullerton, CA 92832, USA
13. William Harvey Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1370 N Brea Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92832, USA
14. Sexual Assault Lawyer Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1440 N Harbor Blvd #928, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
15. Law Offices of Indu Srivastav Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (11 reviews) ·
1400 N Harbor Blvd #601, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
16. The Law Office of John J. Stanton Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (10 reviews) ·
1370 N Brea Blvd #220, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
17. The Miller Family Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (8 reviews) ·
810 E Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA
18. T. Chiu Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (6 reviews) ·
2205 E Chapman Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA
19. Law Office of Daniel R. York Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (2 reviews) ·
1953 E Chapman Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA
20. Paul H. Miller, Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
1235 N Harbor Blvd #200, Fullerton, CA 92832, USA
21. Law Offices of Heidi Faulkner Hunt Estate Planning Attorney
1440 N Harbor Blvd Suite 900, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
22. Linda K. Ross Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.4 (5 reviews) ·
1370 N Brea Blvd #250, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
23. Law Office of June Harris Estate Planning Attorney
Parking lot, 1440 N Harbor Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92835, USA
24. Fullerton Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
1400 N Harbor Blvd
Estate planning attorneys in Fullerton, CA: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Fullerton, CA in Orange County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 482 total reviews, and 12 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Probate Specialist Alvin Mullins: Your Home Team Real Estate is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 121 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Fullerton
Rough planning ranges for the Fullerton 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 Fullerton 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 Fullerton
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Fullerton-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 Fullerton estate clients.
- 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 Fullerton.
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 Fullerton matter?
Many Fullerton 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 Fullerton?
Many Fullerton 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 Fullerton 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 Fullerton-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 Fullerton firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Fullerton: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Fullerton?
In the Fullerton 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 Fullerton area.
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