★ 4.9 (273 reviews) ·
1521 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701, USA
★ 4.8 (470 reviews) ·
3501 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA
★ 4.8 (138 reviews) ·
3809 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA
★ 4.3 (194 reviews) ·
4125 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA
★ 4.4 (62 reviews) ·
6613 Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76710, USA
★ 4.3 (56 reviews) ·
1508 N Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA
★ 4.8 (54 reviews) ·
100 N 6th St #504, Waco, TX 76701, USA
8. Law Office of Harvey L. Cox Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (35 reviews) ·
1600 Lake Air Dr Suite 108, Waco, TX 76710, USA
9. Burgett Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (27 reviews) ·
510 Austin Ave Ste 25337, Waco, TX 76701, USA
10. Krasienko Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (24 reviews) ·
1701 Columbus Ave, Waco, TX 76701, USA
11. Carpenter & Croft, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (23 reviews) ·
7901 Fish Pond Rd #200, Waco, TX 76710, USA
12. Cherry Johnson Siegmund James PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (21 reviews) ·
7901 Fish Pond Rd 2nd Floor, Waco, TX 76710, USA
13. Haley & Olson, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (17 reviews) ·
100 Ritchie Rd #200, Waco, TX 76712, USA
14. Lessman & Lessman, Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (15 reviews) ·
100 N 6th St, Waco, TX 76701, USA
15. Pakis, Giotes, Burleson & Deaconson, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (15 reviews) ·
400 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701, USA
16. Law Office of Justin H Anderson PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (7 reviews) ·
2624 Washington Ave Suite B, Waco, TX 76710, USA
17. McNamara Law Group PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (7 reviews) ·
210 N 6th St, Waco, TX 76701, USA
18. Law Offices of Ross Russell, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (5 reviews) ·
100 N 6th St Ste 701, Waco, TX 76701, USA
19. Tommy P Herring Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
700 Maxfield St, Waco, TX 76705, USA
20. Atkins Wright, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
901 S Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76711, USA
21. Smith & Bratcher PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
200 W Hwy 6 #420, Waco, TX 76712, USA
22. Beard Kultgen Brophy Bostwick & Dickson, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.7 (12 reviews) ·
220 S 4th St, Waco, TX 76701, USA
23. Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (9 reviews) ·
400 Austin Ave Ste 800, Waco, TX 76701, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Waco, TX: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Waco, TX in McLennan County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 1,476 total reviews, and 16 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. The Zimmerman Law Firm, P.C. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 470 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Waco
Rough planning ranges for the Waco area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $350–$1,350 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,700–$4,500 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,350–$8,950+ |
Many Waco 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 Waco
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Waco-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 Waco 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 Waco.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Waco matter?
Many Waco 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 Waco?
Many Waco 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 Waco 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 Waco-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 Waco firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Waco: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Waco?
In the Waco 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 Waco area.
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