★ 5.0 (110 reviews) ·
1775 Lincoln Ave Ste 101, Napa, CA 94558, USA
★ 5.0 (48 reviews) ·
1455 1st St #216, Napa, CA 94559, USA
3. Nancy Rose Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (27 reviews) ·
952 School St #457, Napa, CA 94559, USA
4. Linden and Cottrell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (20 reviews) ·
575 Lincoln Ave Suite 280, Napa, CA 94558, USA
5. Kaspar & Lugay, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (22 reviews) ·
1606 Main St Ste 207, Napa, CA 94559, USA
6. Hayes Family Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (16 reviews) ·
1125 Jefferson St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
7. Law Office of Trevor G. Jackson Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (9 reviews) ·
1921 Jefferson St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
8. Manfred & Hunt, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (8 reviews) ·
2025 Redwood Rd #5, Napa, CA 94558, USA
9. Napa Valley Estate Planning Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1300 1st St Ste 368, Napa, CA 94559, USA
10. Murphy Logan & Bardwell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
2350 1st St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
11. Richard V. Day Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
587 Jefferson St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
12. Vance & Wills, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1340 4th St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
13. The Law Office of Naomi Dreskin-Anderson Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
2180 Jefferson St 2nd floor, Napa, CA 94559, USA
14. Hudson & Luros, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (14 reviews) ·
952 School St #280, Napa, CA 94559, USA
15. Ronda Connor Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (4 reviews) ·
2180 Jefferson St #201, Napa, CA 94559, USA
16. Coombs & Dunlap LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (13 reviews) ·
1211 Division St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
17. GVM Law LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (9 reviews) ·
1000 Main St #300, Napa, CA 94559, USA
18. Gaw Estate Planning Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
1500 3rd St Ste f, Napa, CA 94559, USA
19. David T. Gracia Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (8 reviews) ·
830 School St #2, Napa, CA 94559, USA
20. Day, Pace, York & York Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (3 reviews) ·
587 Jefferson St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
21. Morse Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
1120 Franklin St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
22. McIntyre Legal Services Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1031 Jefferson St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
23. blair law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1125 Jefferson St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
24. The Law Offices of Charles Gravett Estate Planning Attorney
1835 1st St, Napa, CA 94559, USA
25. Alexis White Estate Planning Attorney
587 Jefferson St
Estate planning attorneys in Napa, CA: a local guide
We currently track 25 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Napa, CA in Napa County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 328 total reviews, and 16 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Rose Law Firm of Napa Valley, Inc. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 110 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Napa
Rough planning ranges for the Napa 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 Napa 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 Napa
- 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 Napa.
- 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 Napa-area estate before you engage.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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 Napa matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
Many Napa 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 Napa?
Many Napa 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 Napa 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 Napa-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 Napa firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Napa: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Napa?
In the Napa 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 Napa area.
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