★ 4.6 (126 reviews) ·
301 N Neil St STE 400, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
★ 5.0 (40 reviews) ·
301 N Neil St STE 400, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
★ 4.1 (50 reviews) ·
201 W Springfield Ave Ste. 908, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
4. Meyer Capel Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.6 (47 reviews) ·
306 W Church St, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
★ 4.0 (40 reviews) ·
302 N 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
6. Bullock Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (17 reviews) ·
100 N Chestnut St Ste 240, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
7. Erwin, Martinkus, & Cole, LTD. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.9 (35 reviews) ·
411 W University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
8. Legacy Legal Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
2301 Village Green Pl C, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
9. Roaa Al-Heeti JD Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (7 reviews) ·
2102 Windsor Pl, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
10. Kate Murray Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
301 N Neil St STE 400, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
11. Bartell Powell LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (9 reviews) ·
3015 Village Office Pl, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
12. The Law Offices of Mark Ingersoll Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
1701 S Prospect Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
13. Harrington Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
201 W Springfield Ave Ste 601, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
14. Rogers Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (22 reviews) ·
301 N Neil St STE 400, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
15. Dempsey Scott Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (19 reviews) ·
501 W University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
16. Webber & Thies, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (9 reviews) ·
100 Trade Ctr Dr Ste 402, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
17. Thomas Mamer LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (11 reviews) ·
2005 N Dunlap Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
18. Wiles Law LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (15 reviews) ·
1701 S Prospect Ave #202, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
19. Beattie Ellen M Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (23 reviews) ·
100 N Chestnut St #208, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
20. Hansford & Deckert LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1701 S Prospect Ave #206, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
21. Eastern Illinois Estate Planning Council Estate Planning Attorney
30 E Main St Ste 500
22. Manuel & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
702 Bloomington Rd Ste 215
23. Hatch Law Firm, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (19 reviews) ·
100 N Chestnut St #200, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
24. Joseph H. Lierman Estate Planning Attorney
502 W Clark St
Estate planning attorneys in Champaign, IL: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Champaign, IL in Champaign County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.3★ from 512 total reviews, and 11 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. King Law Offices, PC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.6★ across 126 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Champaign
Rough planning ranges for the Champaign 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 Champaign 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 Champaign
- 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 Champaign.
- 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 Champaign-area estate before you engage.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Champaign 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 Champaign 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 Champaign?
Many Champaign 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 Champaign 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 Champaign-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 Champaign firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Champaign: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Champaign?
In the Champaign 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 Champaign area.
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