★ 4.9 (813 reviews) ·
200 E Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 4.9 (372 reviews) ·
2465 W Whittier Blvd #201, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 5.0 (178 reviews) ·
3400 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 4.7 (218 reviews) ·
1712 W Beverly Blvd Ste 203, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 4.8 (114 reviews) ·
2506 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
6. Rhee Dean Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (64 reviews) ·
1520 W Beverly Blvd Suite #205, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 5.0 (54 reviews) ·
Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 5.0 (49 reviews) ·
3500 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 4.7 (43 reviews) ·
2124 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
10. MT Evictions Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (40 reviews) ·
2426 W Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
11. Law Offices of Anthony J O'Farrill Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (33 reviews) ·
540 N Montebello Blvd A, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
12. Law Offices of Javier Lepe Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (29 reviews) ·
3328 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
13. Law Office of Ashod Mooradian, a Prof. Law Corp Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (17 reviews) ·
1304 W Beverly Blvd Ste 200C, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
14. Law Office of Claudia Perez Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (17 reviews) ·
1800 W Beverly Blvd #202, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
15. Armas & Joseph, APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
1712 W Beverly Blvd Ste 201, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
16. Law Office of Lori Romero Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
1493 N Montebello Blvd m2, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
★ 4.9 (453 reviews) ·
1800 W Beverly Blvd Ste 205, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
18. The Law Offices George B Pacheco & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (24 reviews) ·
1453 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
19. Law Office of Michael D. Luppi Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
1818 W Beverly Blvd #102, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
20. Law Offices Of Gilbert D. Sigala Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (8 reviews) ·
1818 W Beverly Blvd #206, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
21. J.B Casas Law Offices Jr. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (13 reviews) ·
2520 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
22. AlderLaw Estate Planning Attorney
3500 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
23. Mojarro Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
612 W Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
24. John R Ramos Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.1 (7 reviews) ·
2509 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Montebello, CA: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Montebello, CA in Los Angeles County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 2,580 total reviews, and 17 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Offices of Jaime A. Cuevas, Jr. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 813 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Montebello
Rough planning ranges for the Montebello 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 Montebello 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 Montebello
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Montebello-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 Montebello 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 Montebello.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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 Montebello matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Montebello 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 Montebello?
Many Montebello 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 Montebello 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 Montebello-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 Montebello firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Montebello: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Montebello?
In the Montebello 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 Montebello area.
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