★ 4.7 (205 reviews) ·
550 S Watters Rd Ste 221, Allen, TX 75013, USA
★ 4.7 (120 reviews) ·
80 E McDermott Dr, Allen, TX 75002, USA
★ 4.2 (72 reviews) ·
One Allen Center, 700 Central Expy S Suite 150, Allen, TX 75013, USA
★ 5.0 (59 reviews) ·
450 Century Pkwy Ste 250, Allen, TX 75013, USA
★ 4.4 (57 reviews) ·
333 E Bethany Dr K-100, Allen, TX 75002, USA
6. Law Office of Greg Whitten Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (21 reviews) ·
550 S Watters Rd, Allen, TX 75013, USA
7. Cohoon Legal Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (18 reviews) ·
450 Century Pkwy Ste 250, Allen, TX 75013, USA
8. Jac Schuster PLLC - Probate Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (16 reviews) ·
1333 W McDermott Dr #200, Allen, TX 75013, USA
9. Aaron C. Lee Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (16 reviews) ·
1333 W McDermott Dr #100, Allen, TX 75013, USA
10. Sandifer Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (13 reviews) ·
201 W Main St Ste A, Allen, TX 75013, USA
11. George Crumley Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
Glendover Professional Center, Building C, 1420 W Exchange Pkwy Ste 180, Allen, TX 75013, USA
12. Schulmeister Law Group PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
101 W McDermott Dr, Allen, TX 75013, USA
13. Friesland Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
700 Central Expy S #100, Allen, TX 75013, USA
14. Harmony Legal Group - Legal Services | Asset Protection | Estate Planning | Busi Estate Planning Attorney
Allen, TX
15. Christiansen & Rawls Estate Planning Attorney
315 S Jupiter Rd Ste 200
Estate planning attorneys in Allen, TX: a local guide
We currently track 15 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Allen, TX in Collin County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 623 total reviews, and 10 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Palmer Law Group is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.7★ across 205 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Allen
Rough planning ranges for the Allen 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 Allen 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 Allen
- 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 Allen-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 Allen estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
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 Allen matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Allen 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 Allen?
Many Allen 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 Allen 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 Allen-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 Allen firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Allen: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Allen?
In the Allen 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 Allen area.
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