★ 5.0 (251 reviews) ·
310 West Main Street Ste 205, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
★ 4.1 (102 reviews) ·
107 N State Rd 135 Ste 206, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
★ 4.9 (51 reviews) ·
3209 W Smith Valley Rd #113, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
★ 5.0 (50 reviews) ·
48 N Emerson Ave #300, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
5. The Curry Law Firm LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (38 reviews) ·
205 S Madison Ave, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
6. Van Valer Law Firm, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (40 reviews) ·
225 S Emerson Ave #181, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
7. Haworth | Page Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (39 reviews) ·
625 N Madison Ave Unit A, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
8. Tony A. Gibbens, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (31 reviews) ·
438 S Emerson Ave #144, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
9. Law Office of Lindsey Williams Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (25 reviews) ·
107 N State Rd 135 #204, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
10. Jewell Law Office, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (17 reviews) ·
710 Executive Park Dr Suite 11, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
11. Carpenter Estate & Elder Law, LLC Elder Law Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
567 N Emerson Ave, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
12. Toland Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (10 reviews) ·
313 Western Blvd Ste B, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
13. R Lee Money Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.7 (26 reviews) ·
310 West Main Street, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
14. Heather L. George Myers, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (21 reviews) ·
107 N State Rd 135 #204, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
15. Deenik Lowe, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (13 reviews) ·
843 N State Rd 135 Ste b, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
16. Martin N. Howe Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
386 Meridian Parke Ln, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
17. Williams Barrett & Wilkowski, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.6 (23 reviews) ·
600 N Emerson Ave, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
18. Hocker Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (2 reviews) ·
3209 W Smith Valley Rd Ste 233, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
19. James H. Hernandez, Attorney At Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
567 N Emerson Ave, Greenwood, IN 46143, USA
20. Robert K. Johnson, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
3209 W Smith Valley Rd
21. Sargent & Meier Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (4 reviews) ·
200 S Madison Ave, Greenwood, IN 46142, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Greenwood, IN: a local guide
We currently track 21 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Greenwood, IN in Johnson County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.4★ from 764 total reviews, and 11 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office of Matthew M. Cree, LLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 251 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Greenwood
Rough planning ranges for the Greenwood 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 Greenwood 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 Greenwood
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Greenwood-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 Greenwood 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 Greenwood.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Greenwood 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?
Many Greenwood 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 Greenwood?
Many Greenwood 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 Greenwood 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 Greenwood-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 Greenwood firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Greenwood: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Greenwood?
In the Greenwood 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 Greenwood area.
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