★ 5.0 (252 reviews) ·
201 W Sullivan St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.6 (237 reviews) ·
324 Cherokee St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.8 (98 reviews) ·
225 Broad St #14, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.4 (83 reviews) ·
142 Cherokee St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.4 (70 reviews) ·
119 W Market St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.8 (52 reviews) ·
200 E Main St Ste 101, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.9 (47 reviews) ·
2809 E Center St, Kingsport, TN 37664, USA
8. Steven C. Frazier, Attorney At Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.4 (66 reviews) ·
222 E Center St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.4 (48 reviews) ·
122 E Market St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
★ 4.8 (43 reviews) ·
1397 E Center St, Kingsport, TN 37664, USA
11. The McVey Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (38 reviews) ·
108 E Main St #208, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
12. Julie R. Canter Attorney at Law PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (33 reviews) ·
333 Lynn Garden Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
13. Gilly, Hill & Schaefer, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (35 reviews) ·
531 E Market St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
14. Daniel B. Minor, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (30 reviews) ·
525 E Market St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
15. The Law Office of Keith A. Hopson, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (22 reviews) ·
410 Shelby St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
16. Wilson Worley PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (21 reviews) ·
200 E Main St First Floor, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
17. Holmes & Stice PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (14 reviews) ·
2404 N John B Dennis Hwy, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
18. J Conkin Law PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (12 reviews) ·
301 E Main St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
19. The Cameron Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
108 E Main St Ste 217, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
20. Rhoton Kimberley Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (8 reviews) ·
215 Cumberland St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
21. Tri-Cities Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.1 (7 reviews) ·
220 Broad St #203b, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
22. Jeff Luethke, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (29 reviews) ·
121 W Market St, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
23. Brad Sproles Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
4924 Fort Henry Dr B, Kingsport, TN 37663, USA
24. Sherry Dougherty Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (9 reviews) ·
2612 N John B Dennis Hwy #1, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
25. Amy Easterling Legal, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
117 Broad St Suite 202, Kingsport, TN 37660, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Kingsport, TN: a local guide
We currently track 25 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Kingsport, TN in Sullivan County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.4★ from 1,265 total reviews, and 13 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Josh Hoeppner Attorney At Law is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 252 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Kingsport
Rough planning ranges for the Kingsport 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 Kingsport 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 Kingsport
- 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 Kingsport-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 Kingsport estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Will you help fund the trust and store the documents?
- 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 Kingsport matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Kingsport 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 Kingsport?
Many Kingsport 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 Kingsport 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 Kingsport-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 Kingsport firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Kingsport: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Kingsport?
In the Kingsport 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 Kingsport area.
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