★ 4.9 (147 reviews) ·
555 Belaire Ave #340, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
★ 4.9 (84 reviews) ·
308 George Washington Hwy N Ste 1, Chesapeake, VA 23323, USA
★ 4.8 (396 reviews) ·
840 Greenbrier Cir Ste 202, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
★ 4.4 (65 reviews) ·
1108 Madison Plaza Ste 203, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
★ 4.5 (55 reviews) ·
1121 S Military Hwy, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
★ 4.4 (57 reviews) ·
376 Kempsville Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
★ 4.7 (54 reviews) ·
1305 Executive Blvd Ste 110, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
★ 4.7 (49 reviews) ·
2000 Burson Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23323, USA
★ 4.5 (41 reviews) ·
620 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
10. Archangel Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (36 reviews) ·
119 Byron St, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
11. Aloupas Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (44 reviews) ·
220 Mt Pleasant Rd Ste 102, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
12. The Law Office Of Jenny L. Colón P.C Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (33 reviews) ·
656 Independence Pkwy #230, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
13. Sarah McKnight Reaves Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (28 reviews) ·
555 Belaire Ave Ste 300, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
14. The Law Office of Brian C. Christian, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (45 reviews) ·
1200 Sparrow Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23325, USA
15. Davis Law Group PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (27 reviews) ·
516 Baylor Ct, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
16. Carnegie Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (24 reviews) ·
300 George Washington Hwy N, Chesapeake, VA 23323, USA
17. The Hartley Law Group, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (18 reviews) ·
636 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
18. Dominic P. Lascara, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (15 reviews) ·
652 Independence Pkwy Ste 120, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
19. Law Firm of Bolling & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (11 reviews) ·
636 Ravenwoods Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
20. Peterson Law PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (25 reviews) ·
321 Johnstown Rd Ste D, Chesapeake, VA 23322, USA
21. Hofheimer Family Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (3 reviews) ·
1403 Greenbrier Pkwy Ste 150, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
22. Pender & Coward, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.2 (9 reviews) ·
709 Greenbrier Pkwy, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
23. Hampton Roads Estate Planning Council Estate Planning Attorney
638 Independence Pkwy Ste 100
24. Reavescoley Estate Planning Attorney
505 Independence Pkwy Ste 103
Estate planning attorneys in Chesapeake, VA: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Chesapeake, VA in Chesapeake city County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 1,266 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Shannon & Associates, P.C. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 396 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Chesapeake
Rough planning ranges for the Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Chesapeake.
- 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 Chesapeake-area estate before you engage.
- Make sure they'll keep your plan current as laws and your family change, and how updates are billed.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
Many Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?
Many Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake-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 Chesapeake firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Chesapeake: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Chesapeake?
In the Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake area.
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