★ 4.9 (96 reviews) ·
75 3rd Ave Second Floor, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
★ 4.9 (41 reviews) ·
77 Rumford Ave, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
3. HealyFiske LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (39 reviews) ·
235 Bear Hill Rd, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
4. Beliveau Law Group, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (33 reviews) ·
2 Winter St STE 102, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
5. Hamilton & Hamilton PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (21 reviews) ·
330 Bear Hill Rd #201, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
6. Cushing & Dolan, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (28 reviews) ·
400 5th Ave Ste 400, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
7. Kevin Dwyer Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (15 reviews) ·
707 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
8. Law Office of Gary J. Marchese Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
Colonial Shopping Center, 85 River St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
9. Egleson Sturges LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
465 Waverley Oaks Rd #416, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
10. Your Elder Experts Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
1430 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
11. Steven F. Mann, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
400 5th Ave #100, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
12. Delaney & Delaney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
465 Waverley Oaks Rd Ste 213, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
13. Keaveney Kathleen A Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
85 Central St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
14. Law Office of Michael L. Rich Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
Building 32, 32 Middlesex Cir, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
15. Connors & Connors LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
689 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
16. Le Clair & Le Clair Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.7 (3 reviews) ·
707 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
17. Law Office of LIane Zeitz Estate Planning Attorney
★ 1.0 (1 reviews) ·
330 Bear Hill Rd #201, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
18. Peter A. Bella, Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
6 Lexington St, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
19. Joseph M. Connors, Jr Estate Planning Attorney
404 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
20. James A. Scanlon, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.3 (6 reviews) ·
403 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
21. Brian P Moran Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
48 Weston St #4, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
22. Salary.com Estate Planning Attorney
Waltham, MA
23. Jewish Family & Children’s Service Estate Planning Attorney
Waltham, MA
Estate planning attorneys in Waltham, MA: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Waltham, MA in Middlesex County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 322 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Scafidi Law, LLP is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 96 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Waltham
Rough planning ranges for the Waltham 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 Waltham 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 Waltham
- 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 Waltham-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 Waltham estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Waltham 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 Waltham 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 Waltham?
Many Waltham 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 Waltham 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 Waltham-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 Waltham firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Waltham: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Waltham?
In the Waltham 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 Waltham area.
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