★ 4.9 (325 reviews) ·
2914 E Katella Ave #103, Orange, CA 92867, USA
★ 4.7 (191 reviews) ·
1918 W Chapman Ave Ste 200, Orange, CA 92868, USA
3. Burris Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (46 reviews) ·
488 S Glassell St, Orange, CA 92866, USA
4. Family First Attorneys Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (32 reviews) ·
1100 W Town and Country Rd, Orange, CA 92868, USA
5. Law Office of Robert E. Hales, APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (33 reviews) ·
1341 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92866, USA
6. Lopiccolo & Heyde, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (31 reviews) ·
254 S Glassell St, Orange, CA 92866, USA
7. Gale & Vallance Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (24 reviews) ·
1820 W Orangewood Ave #104, Orange, CA 92868, USA
8. Holborn Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (18 reviews) ·
500 N State College Blvd #1100-434, Orange, CA 92868, USA
9. Dwight Edward Tompkins - Estate Planning Attorney - Orange Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
1122 E Lincoln Ave Ste 107, Orange, CA 92865, USA
10. Knarr Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (12 reviews) ·
1421 N Wanda Rd #120-V21, Orange, CA 92867, USA
11. Dawood & Dawood Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (11 reviews) ·
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100, Orange, CA 92868, USA
12. Zieman Law APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
1100 W W Town and Country Rd Suite 1250, Orange, CA 92868, USA
13. BarthCalderon, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
333 City Blvd W #2050, Orange, CA 92868, USA
14. Patrick E. Smith, Esq. Attorney At Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
112 E Chapman Ave Ste B, Orange, CA 92866, USA
15. Golden Grove Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100, Orange, CA 92868, USA
16. An Estate Planning Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100, Orange, CA 92868, USA
17. United Estate Planning, Inc. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (6 reviews) ·
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100, Orange, CA 92868, USA
18. Kayser Law Group, APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (8 reviews) ·
1407 N Batavia St #103, Orange, CA 92867, USA
19. Stokely Estate Planning Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
500 N State College Blvd
20. Law Office of Gregory J Augustine Estate Planning Attorney
1421 E Chapman Ave
21. Reinmiller Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100, Orange, CA 92868, USA
22. Holborn Law Estate Planning Attorney
500 N State College Blvd Ste 1100-434
23. Law Office Of Darren L Baker Estate Planning Attorney
1820 W Orangewood Ave Ste 108
Estate planning attorneys in Orange, CA: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Orange, CA in Orange County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.8★ from 779 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office Of Kurt D. Elkins is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 325 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Orange
Rough planning ranges for the Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange
- 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 Orange-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 Orange estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange?
Many Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange-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 Orange firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Orange: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Orange?
In the Orange 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 Orange area.
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