1. Hackard Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (139 reviews) ·
10640 Mather Blvd #100, Mather, CA 95655, USA
★ 4.7 (65 reviews) ·
2366 Gold Meadow Way, Gold River, CA 95670, USA
★ 4.1 (45 reviews) ·
11341 Gold Express Dr #120, Gold River, CA 95670, USA
4. Doug Rothschild, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (34 reviews) ·
2377 Gold Meadow Way #100, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670, USA
5. Law Office Of Daniel Hernandez Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
2865 Sunrise Blvd Ste 109, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742, USA
6. Kellie Hartman Attorney at law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
11294 Coloma Rd Ste g, Gold River, CA 95670, USA
7. Seaman & Seaman, a Law Corporation Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
2377 Gold Meadow Way #240, Gold River, CA 95670, USA
8. Doniell Cummings Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
2941 Sunrise Blvd #270, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742, USA
9. LeVangie Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
2969 Prospect Park Dr Ste 125, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670, USA
10. Christopher Terrill Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (5 reviews) ·
2880 Sunrise Blvd #141, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742, USA
11. Shelton Law & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (8 reviews) ·
3235 Sunrise Blvd #1, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742, USA
12. Law Offices of Robin Clark Bevier & Associates, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (6 reviews) ·
2479 Sunrise Blvd, Gold River, CA 95670, USA
13. Zarka & Janke, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (2 reviews) ·
11335 Gold Express Dr #145, Gold River, CA 95670, USA
14. Hugh O. Allen Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.5 (4 reviews) ·
3290 Monier Cir, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742, USA
15. Quiring Law Estate Planning Attorney
14670 Cantova Way Ste 233
16. Law Offices of Matthew V. Brady Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (2 reviews) ·
2339 Gold Meadow Way, Gold River, CA 95670, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Rancho Cordova, CA: a local guide
We currently track 16 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Rancho Cordova, CA in Sacramento County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.2★ from 322 total reviews, and 8 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Hackard Law is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 139 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Rancho Cordova
Rough planning ranges for the Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova
- 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 Rancho Cordova-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 Rancho Cordova estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Rancho Cordova matter?
Many Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova?
Many Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova-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 Rancho Cordova firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Rancho Cordova: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Rancho Cordova?
In the Rancho Cordova 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 Rancho Cordova area.
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