★ 5.0 (250 reviews) ·
420 N Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
★ 5.0 (188 reviews) ·
2203 E Empire St Ste G, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
★ 4.8 (160 reviews) ·
111 W Front St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
★ 4.8 (132 reviews) ·
1001 N Main St Ste a, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
★ 4.4 (92 reviews) ·
202 S Eldorado Rd A2, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
★ 4.4 (74 reviews) ·
210 1/2 N Williamsburg Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
★ 4.9 (62 reviews) ·
2105 Eastland Dr #2, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
8. Marvel Law P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (33 reviews) ·
221 E Front St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
9. Amanda L. Willette, Attorney at Law | Willette Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (32 reviews) ·
2304 Stern Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
10. Jeff W. Lindsay, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (29 reviews) ·
318 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
11. Cox Law Firm, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (20 reviews) ·
202 N Center St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
12. Costigan & Wollrab: Robert W. Porter Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (20 reviews) ·
308 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
13. Brucker Law, Gene Carson Brucker, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (26 reviews) ·
405 W Front St A, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
14. Ogar & Miller Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (20 reviews) ·
3004 General Electric Rd Ste 1A, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
15. Leighton Legal Group, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (18 reviews) ·
306 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
16. Julia Davis Law Firm, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
409 S Prospect Rd Ste F, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
17. Pratt and Pratt Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
201 E Grove St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
18. Livingston, Barger, Brandt, & Schroeder, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (8 reviews) ·
115 W Jefferson St #400, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
19. Lyndel K Armstrong Ltd Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
2409 E Washington St # C, Bloomington, IL 61704, USA
20. Wood, DeVary, Armstrong, & Houska, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (11 reviews) ·
207 W Jefferson St #400, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
21. Schwulst & Roseberry PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.2 (21 reviews) ·
407 W Front St Ste 2, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
22. Frank E Hoffman Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.7 (3 reviews) ·
401 N Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
23. DePew & Dehn Attorneys Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (11 reviews) ·
201 W Olive St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
24. Craig Queen, Queen Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
308 E Washington St Ste D
Estate planning attorneys in Bloomington, IL: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Bloomington, IL in McLean County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 1,230 total reviews, and 16 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Koth, Gregory & Nieminski, P.C. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 250 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Bloomington
Rough planning ranges for the Bloomington 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 Bloomington 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 Bloomington
- Read reviews and ask for references from recent Bloomington 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 Bloomington.
- 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
- 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?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
Many Bloomington 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 Bloomington?
Many Bloomington 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 Bloomington 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 Bloomington-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 Bloomington firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Bloomington: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Bloomington?
In the Bloomington 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 Bloomington area.
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