★ 4.5 (95 reviews) ·
418 N 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
2. Larson Latham Huettl Attorneys Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.2 (96 reviews) ·
1100 College Dr, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
★ 4.6 (48 reviews) ·
418 E Rosser Ave #102, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
4. Kellington & Oster, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.3 (35 reviews) ·
619 Riverwood Dr Ste 202, Bismarck, ND 58504, USA
5. Elsberry & Shively Law, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (29 reviews) ·
2800 N Washington St, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA
6. Severin Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (19 reviews) ·
4700 Ottawa St Ste C, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA
7. Zimmerman Law, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
Kirkwood Office Towers, 919 S 7th St Ste. 607, Bismarck, ND 58504, USA
8. Pagel Hager Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (12 reviews) ·
1715 Burnt Boat Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA
9. Bliss Law Firm, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
400 E Broadway Ave #308, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
10. Borkuslaw Group, Ltd. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
1010B E Central Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
11. Mulloy Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.6 (20 reviews) ·
319 N 1st St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
12. Chad Anderson Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (15 reviews) ·
407 E Ave C, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
13. Knoll Leibel LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (12 reviews) ·
1915 N Kavaney Dr #3, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
14. Bormann, Myerchin, Espeseth & Edison, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (10 reviews) ·
418 E Broadway Ave #240, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
15. Schaff Planning Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
121 S 5th St, Bismarck, ND 58504, USA
16. Bergeson & Guler Law Offices, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
125 Slate Dr Ste 7, Bismarck, ND 58503, USA
17. Braaten Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
109 N 4th St #100, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
18. Lynn M. Boughey Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
400 E Broadway Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
19. Nyhus Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (14 reviews) ·
515 1/2 E Broadway Ave Suite 101, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
20. Jackson, Welder & Arthurs, Inc. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (6 reviews) ·
400 E Broadway Ave #51, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
21. Schweigert, Klemin & McBride, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.6 (13 reviews) ·
116 N 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
22. Pearce Durick PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
314 E Thayer Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
23. Justin Hager PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.7 (7 reviews) ·
1110 College Dr Ste 211, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
24. Tschider & Smith Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (12 reviews) ·
2005 N Kavaney Dr #100, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Bismarck, ND: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Bismarck, ND in Burleigh County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.3★ from 482 total reviews, and 12 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Larson Latham Huettl Attorneys is among the most-reviewed locally, at 3.2★ across 96 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Bismarck
Rough planning ranges for the Bismarck 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 Bismarck 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 Bismarck
- 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 Bismarck-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 Bismarck estate clients.
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 Bismarck matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
Many Bismarck 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 Bismarck?
Many Bismarck 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 Bismarck 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 Bismarck-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 Bismarck firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Bismarck: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Bismarck?
In the Bismarck 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 Bismarck area.
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