★ 5.0 (329 reviews) ·
22 Luck Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015, USA
★ 4.5 (95 reviews) ·
2965 Colonnade Dr W #225, Roanoke, VA 24018, USA
3. Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (134 reviews) ·
541 Luck Ave SW #118, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA
★ 4.2 (66 reviews) ·
306 McClanahan St SW, Roanoke, VA 24014, USA
★ 4.8 (57 reviews) ·
333 Church Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA
★ 4.4 (53 reviews) ·
3048 Brambleton Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015, USA
7. Newton & Sullivan Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (37 reviews) ·
3420 Electric Rd Ste 2C, Roanoke, VA 24018, USA
8. Blue Ridge Legal Services Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (46 reviews) ·
132 Campbell Ave SW #300, Roanoke, VA 24011, USA
9. Wiese Law Firm, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (38 reviews) ·
1506 Franklin Rd SW Ste 101, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA
10. Geraty, Holub & MacQueen, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (34 reviews) ·
1327 Grandin Rd SW #224, Roanoke, VA 24015, USA
11. OPN Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.7 (49 reviews) ·
3140 Chaparral Dr # 200C, Roanoke, VA 24018, USA
12. Rhodes Butler & Dellinger Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (29 reviews) ·
318 Washington Avenue Southwest, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA
13. Darkhorse Attorneys Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (26 reviews) ·
307 Market St SE Ste 203, Roanoke, VA 24011, USA
14. Anderson, Desimone & Green, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (25 reviews) ·
4923 Colonial Ave, Cave Spring, VA 24018, USA
15. Wilson C. Pasley, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (26 reviews) ·
11 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24011, USA
16. Wilson Law Firm, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (23 reviews) ·
4725 Garst Mill Rd SW Ste 3, Roanoke, VA 24018, USA
17. Ferris & Eakin, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (21 reviews) ·
22 Luck Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011, USA
18. Glenn Robinson Cathey Skaff & White PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
400 Salem Ave SW Unit 100, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA
19. Law Office of Stephen R. Wills Attorney, Valley Wills Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
5330 Peters Creek Rd Suite D, Hollins, VA 24019, USA
20. The Law Office of Richard D Scott, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (8 reviews) ·
2727 Electric Rd Ste 204, Cave Spring, VA 24018, USA
21. Glenn Feldmann Darby & Goodlatte Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
111 Franklin Rd SE #200, Roanoke, VA 24011, USA
22. Copenhaver, Ellett & Derrico: Rick L. Derrico Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (4 reviews) ·
30 Franklin Rd SW Ste 200, Roanoke, VA 24011, USA
23. V. Anne Edenfield, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
5912 Saddleridge Rd, Roanoke, VA 24018, USA
24. Wills On Wheels Estate Planning Attorney
4519 Brambleton Ave Ste 210
25. Maddy & Nester, PLLC - Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (25 reviews) ·
5541 Florist Rd, Roanoke, VA 24012, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Roanoke, VA: a local guide
We currently track 25 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Roanoke, VA in Roanoke city County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 1,143 total reviews, and 13 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Gick Law, PLLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 329 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Roanoke
Rough planning ranges for the Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke
- 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke.
- Ask whether wills and trusts are flat-fee and what that covers (funding the trust, revisions, directives).
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 Roanoke matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
Many Roanoke 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 Roanoke?
Many Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke-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 Roanoke firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Roanoke: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Roanoke?
In the Roanoke 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 Roanoke area.
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