★ 4.9 (162 reviews) ·
3330 N Meridian Rd Ste 150, Meridian, ID 83646, USA
★ 4.7 (110 reviews) ·
1990 N Meridian Rd, Meridian, ID 83646, USA
★ 4.6 (109 reviews) ·
1020 N Hickory Ave #105, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
★ 4.6 (89 reviews) ·
953 S Industry Way, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
5. Ketlinski Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (35 reviews) ·
1910 N Lakes Pl, Meridian, ID 83646, USA
6. Lady Justice Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (33 reviews) ·
3597 E Monarch Sky Ln Ste 240, Meridian, ID 83646, USA
7. Lakey Villegas Law and Policy Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (32 reviews) ·
141 E Carlton Ave, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
8. Lerma Grover Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (26 reviews) ·
3045 E Copper Point Dr, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
9. Kallin Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (22 reviews) ·
151 W Galvani Dr Ste 100, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
10. Law Office of Wendy M. Powell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (38 reviews) ·
3146 W Belltower Dr, Meridian, ID 83646, USA
11. Black Creek Legal Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (21 reviews) ·
851 N Hickory Ave #107, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
12. Murphy Law Office, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (26 reviews) ·
847 E Fairview Ave, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
13. Vail Family Law & Mediation PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (17 reviews) ·
1855 N Lakes Pl, Meridian, ID 83646, USA
14. Liberty Law Idaho Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (15 reviews) ·
1120 S Rackham Way Ste 300, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
15. Legacy Legal Services Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
1120 S Rackham Way Ste 300, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
16. Baldwin Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (13 reviews) ·
3045 E Copper Point Dr, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
17. Elder Law at Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group Elder Law Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
18. Intermountain Legal Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
132 SW 5th Ave #150, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
19. Legacy Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (13 reviews) ·
100 W Overland Rd Ste 105, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
20. Green, Bart Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
870 N Linder Rd Ste b, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
21. The Law Offices of Murphy & Associates, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
129 E Pine Ave, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
22. Kozlowski Law Office PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.3 (3 reviews) ·
136 E Idaho Ave #203, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
23. Kristoffer Sperry Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
1960 S Meridian Rd
24. Payne and Jimenez, Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
1759 S Millenium Way
Estate planning attorneys in Meridian, ID: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Meridian, ID in Ada County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 794 total reviews, and 18 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Jeppesen Law, PLLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 162 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Meridian
Rough planning ranges for the Meridian 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 Meridian 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 Meridian
- 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 Meridian.
- 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 Meridian-area estate before you engage.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Meridian 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 Meridian 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 Meridian?
Many Meridian 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 Meridian 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 Meridian-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 Meridian firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Meridian: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Meridian?
In the Meridian 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 Meridian area.
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