★ 4.8 (74 reviews) ·
250 W 35th St, Davenport, IA 52806, USA
★ 4.6 (63 reviews) ·
5119 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
3. Gomez May LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (67 reviews) ·
2322 E Kimberly Rd #120W, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
4. Legue Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (58 reviews) ·
710 E Kimberly Rd #2, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
5. Olsen Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.1 (70 reviews) ·
2322 E Kimberly Rd Ste 100E, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
6. H.J. Dane Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.7 (47 reviews) ·
1111 E River Dr, Davenport, IA 52803, USA
★ 4.0 (40 reviews) ·
710 E Kimberly Rd #5, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
8. GPA Legal, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (26 reviews) ·
116 E 6th St, Davenport, IA 52803, USA
9. Legal Aid Help Legal Assstnc Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.9 (46 reviews) ·
736 Federal St #2309, Davenport, IA 52803, USA
10. Shie Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (26 reviews) ·
5333 Belle Ave, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
11. Brooks Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (20 reviews) ·
3425 E Locust St Unit 201, Davenport, IA 52803, USA
12. Duffy Law Office / Estate Planning Attorney in Davenport Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (10 reviews) ·
1840 E 54th St, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
13. Schebler Wine & Collins Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (7 reviews) ·
1414 W Locust St, Davenport, IA 52804, USA
14. McCullough Law Firm PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (6 reviews) ·
3425 E Locust St, Davenport, IA 52803, USA
15. Ellard Daniel P Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
4300 E 53rd St #103, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
16. Stanley, Lande & Hunter, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
201 W 2nd St Ste 1000, Davenport, IA 52801, USA
17. O'Meara Schnel Molly Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
5131 Utica Ridge Rd Ste B, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
18. Dwyer-Wing PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1503 N Brady St, Davenport, IA 52803, USA
19. Lane & Waterman LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (11 reviews) ·
220 N Main St #600, Davenport, IA 52801, USA
20. Pastrnak Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (14 reviews) ·
313 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801, USA
21. Syverud Eric Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
710 E Kimberly Rd #5, Davenport, IA 52807, USA
22. John R. Newman Estate Planning Attorney
326 W 3rd St Apt 900
23. Bush, Motto, Creen, Koury & Halligan, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
5505 Victoria Ave Ste. 100
24. Brubaker, Flynn & Darland, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (12 reviews) ·
201 W 2nd St #400, Davenport, IA 52801, USA
25. Zamora Taylor Alexander Woods Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (4 reviews) ·
125 Kirkwood Blvd, Davenport, IA 52803, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Davenport, IA: a local guide
We currently track 25 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Davenport, IA in Scott County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.4★ from 609 total reviews, and 13 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Newton Law, PLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 74 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Davenport
Rough planning ranges for the Davenport 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 Davenport 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 Davenport
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Davenport-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 Davenport 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 Davenport.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Davenport matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Davenport 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 Davenport?
Many Davenport 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 Davenport 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 Davenport-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 Davenport firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Davenport: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Davenport?
In the Davenport 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 Davenport area.
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