★ 5.0 (82 reviews) ·
10080 N. Wolfe Rd, 200 Suite SW3, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
★ 4.8 (49 reviews) ·
20660 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
3. Law Offices of Timothy D. Widman Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (28 reviews) ·
10080 N. Wolfe Rd, 200 Suite SW3, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
4. Cross Estate Planning Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (26 reviews) ·
10080 N. Wolfe Rd, 200 Ste. SW3, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
5. C. Alex Naegele, A Professional Law Corporation Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (14 reviews) ·
10080 N Wolfe Rd Suite SW3200, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
6. The Law Firm of Lisa Chan Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
10080 N. Wolfe Rd, 200 Suite SW3, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
7. Ren Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
10080 N Wolfe Rd SW3-200, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
8. Greensides Law, a Professional Corporation Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
10080 N Wolfe Rd Suite 200, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
9. Law Offices of Doron Ohel Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.4 (7 reviews) ·
19925 Stevens Creek Blvd #100, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
10. Law Office of David Mar Estate Planning Attorney
★ 1.0 (2 reviews) ·
19925 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
11. Cornwall Family Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
10080 N Wolfe Rd, 272 Suite SW3, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
12. Napolitano Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
19925 Stevens Creek Blvd Ste 100
13. Law Offices Mason J Sacks Estate Planning Attorney
19925 Stevens Creek Blvd
14. Torre Avenue Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (2 reviews) ·
10455 Torre Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Cupertino, CA: a local guide
We currently track 14 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Cupertino, CA in Santa Clara County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.4★ from 218 total reviews, and 9 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Szeto-Wong Law is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 82 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Cupertino
Rough planning ranges for the Cupertino area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $300–$1,200 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,500–$4,000 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,000–$8,000+ |
Many Cupertino 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 Cupertino
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Cupertino.
- 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 Cupertino-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
- 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 Cupertino matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Cupertino 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 Cupertino?
Many Cupertino 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 Cupertino 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 Cupertino-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 Cupertino firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Cupertino: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Cupertino?
In the Cupertino 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 Cupertino area.
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