★ 5.0 (202 reviews) ·
423 Delaware Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
★ 4.9 (156 reviews) ·
908 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
★ 5.0 (142 reviews) ·
5550 US-1 Ste 3, Fort Pierce, FL 34982, USA
★ 5.0 (72 reviews) ·
101 N US Hwy 1 #208, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
★ 5.0 (62 reviews) ·
309 Orange Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
6. Alison Leffew Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (37 reviews) ·
100 Avenue A #2, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
★ 4.1 (40 reviews) ·
1209 Delaware Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
8. Mildner & Associates, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (38 reviews) ·
423 Delaware Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
9. Meltzer & Bell, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (28 reviews) ·
211 S 2nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
10. Neill, Marquis, Osking & Hale, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (27 reviews) ·
311 S 2nd St #200, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
11. Lunn Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (19 reviews) ·
133 S 2nd St #100, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
12. Steve Ziskinder Law Office, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (27 reviews) ·
311 S 2nd St #102b, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
13. Abernethy Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
130 S Indian River Dr #201, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
14. Al Moore Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
The Renaissance Financial Center, 130 S Indian River Dr Ste 202, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
15. Summer Barnes Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
COLE COPPOLA LAW BUILDING, 207 S 2nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
16. Gonano & Harrell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1600 S US Hwy 1 Ste 200, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
17. The Law Offices of Chet Eliot Weinbaum Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
133 S 2nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
18. Law Office of Karen Tufte Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
133 S 2nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
★ 4.4 (94 reviews) ·
210 S Depot Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
20. Dean, Mead, Minton & Moore Estate Planning Attorney
★ 1.0 (3 reviews) ·
1903 S 25th St Ste 200, Fort Pierce, FL 34947, USA
21. Hendrickson Kevin Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (19 reviews) ·
310 S 2nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
22. The Estate, Trust & Elder Law Firm, P.l. Elder Law Attorney
2940 S 25th St
23. Hayskar Walker Schwerer Dundas & Mc Cain Private Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (3 reviews) ·
130 S Indian River Dr Ste 304, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
24. Law Office Of Diamond R. Litty Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
216 S 2nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Fort Pierce, FL: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Fort Pierce, FL in St. Lucie County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 1,000 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Ohle & Ohle, P.A. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 202 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Fort Pierce
Rough planning ranges for the Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Fort Pierce-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 Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce.
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 Fort Pierce matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce?
Many Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce-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 Fort Pierce firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Fort Pierce: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Fort Pierce?
In the Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce area.
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