1. Law Office of Gregory P. Goehring Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (31 reviews) ·
321 W Lodi Ave, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
2. Andrew D. Smith, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (16 reviews) ·
115 W Walnut St Ste 3, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
3. Steven J Cottrell Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (11 reviews) ·
125 N Pleasant Ave, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
4. Sharon J Renschler Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
600 York St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
5. Sekhon A Professional Law Corporation Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (16 reviews) ·
18826 N Lower Sacramento Rd F, Woodbridge, CA 95258, USA
6. SLOUP LAW FIRM, PC. - Sasha D. Sloup Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
2020 W Kettleman Ln Ste F, Lodi, CA 95242, USA
7. Berreth Law Group PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
2020 W Kettleman Ln Ste E, Lodi, CA 95242, USA
8. Diehl Law Firm, APC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
404 W Pine St Ste 7, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
9. Law Office of Robert O. Hardwick Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (6 reviews) ·
115 W Walnut St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
10. Bellor-Yeh Law Office, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (3 reviews) ·
215 W Oak St #4, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
11. Bowman Law Practice Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (7 reviews) ·
1820 W Kettleman Ln F, Lodi, CA 95242, USA
12. Fluetsch & Fluetsch Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (9 reviews) ·
115 W Walnut St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
13. McGladdery Jonathan Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (7 reviews) ·
420 W Pine St #2, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
14. Siebert Kurt H Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
115 N School St #1, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
15. La Don G Bader Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
1124 W Tokay St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
16. Edaburn Patrick J Estate Planning Attorney
214 W Lockeford St
17. H Douglas Duncan Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.7 (3 reviews) ·
214 W Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240, USA
18. Family Matters Legal Services Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (2 reviews) ·
Lodi, CA 95240, USA
19. Marshall & Marshall Attys Estate Planning Attorney
404 W Pine St Ste 14
Estate planning attorneys in Lodi, CA: a local guide
We currently track 19 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Lodi, CA in San Joaquin County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 133 total reviews, and 12 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office of Gregory P. Goehring is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.7★ across 31 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Lodi
Rough planning ranges for the Lodi 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 Lodi 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 Lodi
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Lodi.
- 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 Lodi-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
- What's the realistic timeline for my Lodi matter?
- 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?
Many Lodi 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 Lodi?
Many Lodi 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 Lodi 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 Lodi-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 Lodi firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Lodi: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Lodi?
In the Lodi 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 Lodi area.
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