★ 4.9 (182 reviews) ·
340 Union Ave #1, Framingham, MA 01702, USA
★ 5.0 (107 reviews) ·
265 Danforth St, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
★ 5.0 (42 reviews) ·
10 Speen St First Floor, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
4. Leone Law Offices, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (35 reviews) ·
1101 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
5. Hollander Real Estate Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (15 reviews) ·
30 Speen St Ste 201, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
6. Metro West Legal Services Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.2 (35 reviews) ·
1671 Worcester Rd Ste 203, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
7. Special Needs Law Group of Massachusetts, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (19 reviews) ·
211 Cochituate Rd, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
8. Vetstein Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (15 reviews) ·
945 Concord St, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
9. Law Offices of Donna M Quinn P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (10 reviews) ·
1253 Worcester Rd #303, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
10. Law Office of George N. Piandes, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (10 reviews) ·
873 Waverly St, Framingham, MA 01702, USA
11. Gatlin Michael Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (11 reviews) ·
61 Nicholas Rd # B5, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
12. The Law Office of Michael Riley Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
1661 Worcester Rd Ste 100, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
13. Law Office of Katherine Sullivan Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
945 Concord St, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
14. The Law Office of Benjamin Colten Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (7 reviews) ·
9 Vernon St, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
15. Mayer & Haranas, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
439 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
16. The Law Office of George King Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
855 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
17. Fletcher Tilton PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (4 reviews) ·
161 Worcester Rd Ste 401, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
18. Dennis R. Brown, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
869 Concord St, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
19. Heritage Law, PC Estate Planning Attorney
1253 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
20. Yaran Pan Attorney At Law Estate Planning Attorney
1881 Worcester Rd Ste 203
21. Law Offices of Tom Sannicandro Estate Planning Attorney
945 Concord St
22. Andrea E Arone Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (5 reviews) ·
10 Speen St #6, Framingham, MA 01701, USA
23. Veronica Viveiros Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
600 Worcester Rd, Framingham, MA 01702, USA
24. Ladimer Law Office Pc Estate Planning Attorney
10 Speen St Ste 1
Estate planning attorneys in Framingham, MA: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Framingham, MA in Middlesex County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 532 total reviews, and 17 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Foglia & Associates, P.C. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 182 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Framingham
Rough planning ranges for the Framingham 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 Framingham 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 Framingham
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Framingham-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 Framingham 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 Framingham.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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 Framingham matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
Many Framingham 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 Framingham?
Many Framingham 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 Framingham 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 Framingham-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 Framingham firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Framingham: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Framingham?
In the Framingham 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 Framingham area.
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