★ 4.9 (848 reviews) ·
18310 Montgomery Village Ave #600, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, USA
★ 4.6 (195 reviews) ·
20300 Seneca Meadows Pkwy Unit 210, Germantown, MD 20876, USA
★ 4.8 (118 reviews) ·
301 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA
★ 4.7 (81 reviews) ·
481 N Frederick Ave #300, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA
★ 5.0 (43 reviews) ·
13220 Executive Park Terrace, Germantown, MD 20874, USA
★ 4.9 (42 reviews) ·
177 Kentlands Blvd #200, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
7. Terence Brian Garvey Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (20 reviews) ·
839C Quince Orchard Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
8. Henry C. Clarke, Jr., P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (20 reviews) ·
6 Montgomery Village Ave #250, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, USA
9. DMV Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (17 reviews) ·
9841 Washingtonian Blvd #200, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
10. Jay S. Horowitz, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (16 reviews) ·
7 Brookes Ave #103, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA
11. Alman & Alman, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (23 reviews) ·
183 Mill Green Ave Unit 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
12. Law offices of Elling & Elling Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (12 reviews) ·
443 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA
13. The Law Office of Steven D. Soto Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (11 reviews) ·
8919 Shady Grove Ct, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA
14. Gimmel, Weiman, Ersek, Blomberg & Lewis, PA Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (14 reviews) ·
4 Professional Dr STE 145, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, USA
15. Goodwin Weber PLLC - Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
9841 Washingtonian Blvd #200, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
16. Della Rocca Law LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
9801 Washingtonian Blvd #710, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
17. Attorney Steve Plaisted - PeaceLaw - MyPeaceLawyer.com Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
113 Billingsgate Ln, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA
18. Capital Estate Planners Estate Planning Attorney
9801 Washingtonian Blvd Ste 330, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
19. The Law Office of Melissa Wu, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
9711 Washingtonian Blvd Suite 550, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA
20. Francis John Kreysa, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (5 reviews) ·
2 Professional Dr STE 215, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Gaithersburg, MD: a local guide
We currently track 20 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Gaithersburg, MD in Montgomery County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.8★ from 1,480 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Antezana & Antezana, LLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 848 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Gaithersburg
Rough planning ranges for the Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg
- 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg.
- Ask whether wills and trusts are flat-fee and what that covers (funding the trust, revisions, directives).
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg?
Many Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg-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 Gaithersburg firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Gaithersburg: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Gaithersburg?
In the Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg area.
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