1. Law Offices of Anastacio De La Cruz Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (165 reviews) ·
82632 CA-111 B3, Indio, CA 92201, USA
2. Text Kevin Accident Attorneys Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (126 reviews) ·
44105 Jackson St Ste 310, Indio, CA 92201, USA
3. Zamora Law Boutique Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (116 reviews) ·
45915 Oasis St, Indio, CA 92201, USA
4. Law Offices of Shaffer Cormell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (72 reviews) ·
45841 Oasis St #6, Indio, CA 92201, USA
5. Castillo & Montes Attorneys At Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (171 reviews) ·
81715 CA-111 Ste C, Indio, CA 92201, USA
6. Valente Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (43 reviews) ·
82850 CA-111 Ste A, Indio, CA 92201, USA
7. The Law Office of Brad Faber, A.P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (26 reviews) ·
49950 Jefferson St Suite 130-218, Indio, CA 92201, USA
8. David S. Gray - DG Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (24 reviews) ·
82-500 CA-111 #2, Indio, CA 92201, USA
9. Inland Counties Legal Services Inc. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (29 reviews) ·
82632-C CA-111, Indio, CA 92201, USA
10. Fesmire & Williams Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
45841 Oasis St #2, Indio, CA 92201, USA
11. Mario Rodriguez, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (8 reviews) ·
45841 Oasis St STE 5, Indio, CA 92201, USA
12. Attorney David A. Wiesen Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
81-955 CA-111 Unit 203, Indio, CA 92201, USA
13. Riverside Legal Aid Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (12 reviews) ·
45561 Oasis St #101, Indio, CA 92201, USA
14. Able to Help Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (8 reviews) ·
81-955 CA-111 Suite 215, Indio, CA 92201, USA
15. Law Offices of Leonard Cravens Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (9 reviews) ·
45902 Oasis St Ste C, Indio, CA 92201, USA
16. Law Office of Adams & Clark Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.7 (11 reviews) ·
45-915 Oasis St, Indio, CA 92201, USA
17. Christopher Hickey, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (25 reviews) ·
45841 Oasis St #6, Indio, CA 92201, USA
18. Law Office of Gary Finn Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (26 reviews) ·
82632 CA-111, Indio, CA 92201, USA
19. Naomi Kottler Berkowitz Attorney At Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (19 reviews) ·
82500 CA-111 #10b, Indio, CA 92201, USA
20. Christopher Desalva Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (12 reviews) ·
45902 Oasis St Ste D, Indio, CA 92201, USA
21. James Cicalese Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
45841 Oasis St #6, Indio, CA 92203, USA
22. Indio Family Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (5 reviews) ·
46200 Oasis St, Indio, CA 92201, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Indio, CA: a local guide
We currently track 22 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Indio, CA in Riverside County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.4★ from 922 total reviews, and 11 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Castillo & Montes Attorneys At Law is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.4★ across 171 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Indio
Rough planning ranges for the Indio 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 Indio 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 Indio
- 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 Indio-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 Indio estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
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 Indio matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
Many Indio 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 Indio?
Many Indio 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 Indio 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 Indio-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 Indio firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Indio: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Indio?
In the Indio 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 Indio area.
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