★ 4.9 (189 reviews) ·
40 Main St #100, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
★ 4.9 (129 reviews) ·
1635 Associates Dr #102, Dubuque, IA 52002, USA
★ 4.9 (63 reviews) ·
100 W 12th St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
★ 4.9 (61 reviews) ·
3301 Pennsylvania Ave #101, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
★ 4.8 (62 reviews) ·
210 Jones St Ste 201, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
6. Boffeli & Spannagel PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (20 reviews) ·
880 Locust St Ste 200, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
7. O'Connor & Thomas Law Firm, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (15 reviews) ·
1000 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
8. Splinter Law Office, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.6 (25 reviews) ·
1660 Embassy W Dr #225, Dubuque, IA 52002, USA
9. Clemens, Walters, Conlon, Runde & Hiatt, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (22 reviews) ·
2080 Southpark Ct, Dubuque, IA 52003, USA
10. Kathryn M. Conway, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1170 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
11. Hughes & Trannel PC Attorneys Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (13 reviews) ·
1154 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
12. Drake Law Firm PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
300 Main St #323, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
13. Kane Norby & Reddick PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (6 reviews) ·
2100 Asbury Rd #2, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
14. Roth Law Office, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.6 (12 reviews) ·
1400 University Ave # D, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
15. Hammer Law Firm, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (11 reviews) ·
590 Iowa St #2, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
16. Huinker, Theodore A Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.3 (3 reviews) ·
890 Main St Ste 200, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
17. Kurt Roger J Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
880 Locust St #108, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
18. Jenny L. Weiss PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
890 Main St Ste 200B, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
19. Duccini Law Office PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (9 reviews) ·
698 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
20. Matthew Boleyn Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (8 reviews) ·
110 E 9th St, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
21. Robert J Murphy Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
2496 Meinen Ct, Dubuque, IA 52002, USA
22. Lange & Neuwoehner Attorneys At Law Estate Planning Attorney
698 Central Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Dubuque, IA: a local guide
We currently track 22 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Dubuque, IA in Dubuque County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.3★ from 663 total reviews, and 9 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Henkels & Baker PC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 189 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Dubuque
Rough planning ranges for the Dubuque 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 Dubuque 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 Dubuque
- 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 Dubuque.
- 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 Dubuque-area estate before you engage.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Dubuque 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 Dubuque 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 Dubuque?
Many Dubuque 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 Dubuque 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 Dubuque-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 Dubuque firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Dubuque: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Dubuque?
In the Dubuque 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 Dubuque area.
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