★ 4.9 (305 reviews) ·
260 W Calton Rd, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
★ 4.8 (99 reviews) ·
219 E Del Mar Blvd #2, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
★ 4.8 (83 reviews) ·
1414 Victoria St, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
★ 4.8 (80 reviews) ·
2 Lindenwood Dr, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
★ 5.0 (74 reviews) ·
107 C. del Norte #1c, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
★ 4.2 (73 reviews) ·
213 W Village Blvd STE 2, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
★ 4.7 (52 reviews) ·
211 C. del Norte, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
8. Martinez, Franklin & Morales, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (35 reviews) ·
104 Del Ct STE 300, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
9. Wawi Tijerina Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (37 reviews) ·
1000 Washington St Ste 2, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
10. Law Office of Elisamar Soto Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (29 reviews) ·
1501 Chihuahua St Ste 1, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
11. Law Office of Julio A. Garcia, Jr. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (16 reviews) ·
5829 Northgate Ln, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
12. JCA Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (17 reviews) ·
216 W Village Blvd Ste 202, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
13. Law Office of Melissa Saldana, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (15 reviews) ·
809 Victoria St, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
14. Del Rio Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (9 reviews) ·
401 Hillside Rd, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
15. Whitworth Cigarroa Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
602 E Calton Rd #201, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
16. Melone Hatley, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
107 C. del Norte, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
17. Law Offices of Donato D. Ramos, P.L.L.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
6721 McPherson Rd #350, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
18. The Law Office of Russell J. Jordan, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (10 reviews) ·
1119 Houston St #1, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
19. Law Office of Brenda Anderson, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (7 reviews) ·
7718 McPherson Rd, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
20. The Law Office of Claudia Lanese Garcia Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (5 reviews) ·
7913 McPherson Rd Ste 103, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
21. Law Office of Fred Trevino Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (37 reviews) ·
5601 San Dario Ave #4, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
22. Rubio Law Firm, PLLC | Attorney Julia V. Rubio Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (28 reviews) ·
1000 Washington St, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
23. Law Offices of Guillermo G. del Barrio, Jr. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (27 reviews) ·
6010 McPherson Rd, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
24. Law Office of Leticia L. Garcia Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (18 reviews) ·
Chihuahua St, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
25. Law office of Eduardo “Wayo” Davila Jr., PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1220 San Agustin Ave, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Laredo, TX: a local guide
We currently track 25 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Laredo, TX in Webb County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 1,062 total reviews, and 16 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office of Juan J. Garcia Jr. PLLC. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 305 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Laredo
Rough planning ranges for the Laredo area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $400–$1,500 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,900–$5,000 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,750–$10,000+ |
Many Laredo 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 Laredo
- 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 Laredo 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 Laredo.
- Ask whether wills and trusts are flat-fee and what that covers (funding the trust, revisions, directives).
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 Laredo matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Laredo 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 Laredo?
Many Laredo 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 Laredo 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 Laredo-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 Laredo firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Laredo: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Laredo?
In the Laredo 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 Laredo area.
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