★ 4.9 (99 reviews) ·
121 S Wilke Rd #301, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
★ 4.6 (99 reviews) ·
215 N Arlington Heights Rd Ste 104, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
3. DKMO Law LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (47 reviews) ·
11 S Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
4. Scheller Law LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (39 reviews) ·
121 S Wilke Rd #301, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
★ 4.2 (44 reviews) ·
1655 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
6. Elder Law & Estate Planning Attorneys of Illinois, LLC Elder Law Attorney
★ 4.7 (38 reviews) ·
85 W Algonquin Rd Ste 405, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
7. A. Traub & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (34 reviews) ·
634 S Arthur Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
8. Guth Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (31 reviews) ·
21 S Evergreen Ave Ste 200-112, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
9. The Law Offices of Roger W. Stelk Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (34 reviews) ·
4256 N Arlington Heights Rd Ste 203, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
10. Moskovic & Associates, Ltd. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (29 reviews) ·
3233 N Arlington Heights Rd Ste 303, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
11. Navigant Law Group, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (24 reviews) ·
3030 Salt Creek Ln Suite 330, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
12. Lisa L. Dunn, P.C., Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (10 reviews) ·
4256 N Arlington Heights Rd Ste 202, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
13. Park Gold Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
21 S Evergreen Ave #200-110, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
14. Cary A. Lind, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1655 N Arlington Heights Rd Ste 100-e, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
15. McEnerney Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1040 S Arlington Heights Rd #106, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
16. Law Offices of Marc J. Blumenthal, Ltd. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
725 E Dundee Rd #202, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
17. Law Firm of Neil S Zweiban Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (5 reviews) ·
3255 N Arlington Heights Rd Unit 507, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
18. Law Offices of Steve Raminiak, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.7 (3 reviews) ·
1655 N Arlington Heights Rd #302e, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
19. Barganska Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
121 S Wilke Rd Ste 228, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
20. Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Estate Planning Attorney
2340 S Arlington Heights Rd Ste 450
21. Vantage Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
725 E Dundee Rd Ste 204
Estate planning attorneys in Arlington Heights, IL: a local guide
We currently track 21 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Arlington Heights, IL in Cook County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 558 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Newland & Newland, LLP is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 99 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Arlington Heights
Rough planning ranges for the Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights
- Read reviews and ask for references from recent Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights.
- 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.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights?
Many Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights-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 Arlington Heights firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Arlington Heights: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Arlington Heights?
In the Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights area.
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